Sicilian Caponata with Crusty Bread
A sweet and sour Sicilian vegetable relish, featuring tender eggplant, bell peppers, celery, olives, and capers simmered in a rich tomato sauce. Served with crusty bread for a flavorful appetizer or light meal for two.
- Time: 55 min
- Servings: 2
Source: TheRandomRecipe
Ingredients
- tablespoons olive oil, divided
- medium eggplant , cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- green bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
- medium onion, chopped
- stalks celery, finely chopped
- garlic, minced
- can crushed tomatoes
- pitted green olives, halved
- tablespoon capers, drained
- tablespoon pine nuts
- tablespoon raisins
- tablespoons red wine vinegar
- tablespoon granulated sugar
- teaspoon salt, or to taste
- teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
- tablespoons fresh basil, chopped, for garnish
- slices crusty bread or baguette, for serving