Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 unit

eggplant

halved lengthwise

8 clove

garlic

roasted

0.5 unit

onion

chopped

1 unit

celery stalk

finely chopped

6 unit

kalamata olives

minced

2 unit

roma tomatos

diced

8 unit

cremini mushrooms

diced

1 pinch

sage

to taste

1 pinch

oregano

to taste

1 pinch

thyme

to taste

1 pinch

salt

to taste

1 pinch

pepper

to taste

3 sprig

Italian parsley

minced

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 375F.

Step 2
~3 min

Cut the eggplant in half, lengthwise.

Step 3
~3 min

Rub the flesh with olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Step 4
~3 min

Make a tin foil cup.

Step 5
~3 min

Put the garlic in the tin foil cup and drizzle with olive oil.

Step 6
~3 min

Roast the eggplant and garlic for 45 minutes.

Step 7
~3 min

Heat olive oil in a pan.

Step 8
~3 min

Add diced onions and salt.

Step 9
~3 min

Sweat for about ten minutes.

Step 10
~3 min

Add in celery and cook for about five minutes.

Step 11
~3 min

Add cremini mushrooms and kalamata olives.

Step 12
~3 min

Cook for about five minutes.

Step 13
~3 min

When the eggplant is done, peel the skin off and discard.

Step 14
~3 min

Dice the eggplant flesh.

Step 15
~3 min

Mince the roasted garlic.

Step 16
~3 min

Add the garlic and eggplant to the pan.

Step 17
~3 min

Season to taste.

Step 18
~3 min

Throw in the tomatoes and parsley last.

Step 19
~3 min

Cook the tomatoes for a minute, just to warm.

Step 20
~3 min

The final consistency should be like a chunky paste.

Step 21
~3 min

Serve over flat bread crackers or bruschetta.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a sweeter caponata, add a tablespoon of sugar or honey.

Add a splash of red wine vinegar at the end for extra tang.

Serve at room temperature or chilled.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crusty bread

Serve as a side dish with grilled meats

Serve as part of an antipasto platter

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled bread
Ricotta cheese
Cured meats

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Sicily, Italy

Cultural Significance

Traditional Sicilian dish often enjoyed during the summer months.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Dinner party
Summer
Potluck

Popularity Score

65/100

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