Sicilian-Style Broccoli Rabe With Eggplant and Capers Recipe

Name: Sicilian-Style Broccoli Rabe With Eggplant and Capers Recipe
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 10
Ingredients: 1 small eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch dice (about 1 quart); Kosher salt; 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 medium onion, finely diced (about 1 cup); 2 stalks celery, finely diced (about 1/2 cup); 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 3 tablespoons capers, rinsed, drained, and roughly chopped; 1/4 cup golden raisins; 2 tablespoons sugar; 3 tablespoons red wine or balsamic vinegar; 1 cup canned whole peeled tomatoes with their juice, chopped into 1/4-inch pieces; Freshly ground black pepper; 3 bunches (about 2 1/2 pounds) broccoli rabe, thick stems trimmed, cut into 3-inch lengths

Note: Sweet and sour eggplant relish can be made ahead and stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

The Food Lab's Thanksgiving: Sicilian Style Sweet and Sour Broccoli Rabe

Active: 45 mins

Total: 45 mins

Serves: 8 to 10 servings

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1 small eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch dice (about 1 quart)
Kosher salt
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, finely diced (about 1 cup)
2 stalks celery, finely diced (about 1/2 cup)
2 tablespoons tomato paste
3 tablespoons capers, rinsed, drained, and roughly chopped
1/4 cup golden raisins
2 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons red wine or balsamic vinegar
1 cup canned whole peeled tomatoes with their juice, chopped into 1/4-inch pieces
Freshly ground black pepper
3 bunches (about 2 1/2 pounds) broccoli rabe, thick stems trimmed, cut into 3-inch lengths

Place eggplant on a large plate lined with a triple layer of paper towels or a clean kitchen towel. Season with salt. Top with another triple layer of paper towels or a clean kitchen towel. Top with another large plate. Microwave on high power until eggplant has lost most of its moisture and appears slightly shriveled, about 8 minutes.
Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add onion and celery and cook, stirring frequently, until softened and translucent, about 8 minutes. Add eggplant and cook, stirring occasionally, until eggplant is starting to break down, about 5 minutes longer. Add tomato paste, capers, raisins, sugar, vinegar, and chopped tomatoes and stir to combine. Bring to a gently simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until reduced into a thick, stew-like consistency, about 20 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Set aside.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add broccoli rabe and cook until tender, about 6 minutes. Drain in a colander and transfer to a large bowl. Add eggplant mixture and toss to combine. Season to taste with salt, pepper, and more vinegar or sugar as desired. Serve.

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The Food Lab's Thanksgiving: Sicilian Style Sweet and Sour Broccoli Rabe

Nutrition Facts (per serving)
153	Calories
9g	Fat
17g	Carbs
5g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings: 8 to 10
Amount per serving
Calories	153
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 9g	11%
Saturated Fat 1g	6%
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 330mg	14%
Total Carbohydrate 17g	6%
Dietary Fiber 5g	18%
Total Sugars 9g
Protein 5g
Vitamin C 28mg	139%
Calcium 141mg	11%
Iron 3mg	16%
Potassium 435mg	9%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.