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Sicilian-style vegetables with capers

60 min4 serv.20 февр. 2026 г.

Description

Vegetable sauce, pickled capers, and olives harmonize perfectly with vinegar and sugar, creating a marinade. Spices should be chosen carefully, but leave only paprika and a pepper mix. The rest will be done by the vegetables and sauce. This dish is imbued with the spirit of Sicily, where vegetables are prepared this way in every home. Bring a little sunshine and good mood to your kitchen.

Instructions

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    1. I present to you a warm Sicilian vegetable dish that will become the main course for a family lunch. Sicilian-style vegetables with capers are served hot, and there's one little secret in preparing this dish that I'll tell you about later.

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    2. Cut the eggplants into cubes and salt them. This is necessary to remove the bitterness.

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    3. I usually place them in a special pot with holes so that the bitterness drains away immediately. This can also be done in a regular colander.

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    4. Place under a press for 20-30 minutes, and in the meantime, prepare the remaining vegetables.

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    5. Slice the celery and soak it in cold water.

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    6. Let the celery sit like this for about 10 minutes, then change the water and cook it for about 10 minutes in salted water.

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    7. I slice the onion into half-rings.

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    8. I usually mix tomato paste with tomatoes until smooth.

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    9. Now fry the onion, eggplants, and celery in three separate pans.

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    10. Add olives, capers, and pine nuts to the onion. Sauté for a couple of minutes, stirring constantly.

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    11. Add the tomato paste with tomatoes and simmer for another 5 minutes.

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    12. Combine the eggplants with the celery and the main skillet with the onion. Add a little sugar.

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    13. And vinegar. That's our secret. Pickled capers combined with olives blend perfectly, creating a harmonious flavor.

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    14. Simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring constantly.

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    15. Add spices and salt to taste. Before serving, garnish with basil or parsley.