Moroccan Spiced Caponata And Basil Hero Recipe

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Servings: 1

Ingredients

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  • 1 Tbsp. Paprika
  • 1/2 tsp Grnd cumin
  • 1/4 tsp Grnd allspice
  • 1/4 tsp Cinnamon
  • 1 med Eggplant, (about 1 lb.), cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 sm Red bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pcs
  • 1 sm Yellow bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pcs
  • 1 x Onion, minced
  • 2 x Garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 c. Water
  • 3 Tbsp. Fresh lemon juice
  • 2 Tbsp. Sugar
  • 1 med Zucchini, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
  • 10 ounce Italian bread, (about a 17- by 3 1/2-inch loaf)
  • 1/2 c. Packed fresh basil leaves, washed well and spun dry.

Directions

  1. In the following recipe we've added a North African twist to caponata, a versatile Italian eggplant concoction which is usually served as a salad or possibly relish.
  2. Make caponata: In a large heavy saucepan toast spices over moderate heat, stirring constantly, till fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in eggplant, bell peppers, onion, garlic, water, lemon juice, sugar, and salt and pepper to taste and simmer, covered, stirring occasionally, about 10 min, or possibly till eggplant is almost tender. Stir in zucchini and simmer uncovered, till vegetables are tender and most liquid is evaporated, about 5 min.
  3. Cold caponata slightly and transfer to a bowl. Refrigeratecaponata, covered, till cool, about 2 hrs. Caponata may be made 3 days ahead and chilled, covered.
  4. Halve bread horizontally with a serrated knife and make 1 large hero with caponata and basil. Cut hero into 4 pcs.
  5. Makes 4 sandwiches

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Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Recipe %DV
Recipe Size 1668g
Calories 1223  
Calories from Fat 74 6%
Total Fat 8.4g 11%
Saturated Fat 1.95g 8%
Trans Fat 0.0g  
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 1898mg 79%
Potassium 3042mg 87%
Total Carbs 255.83g 68%
Dietary Fiber 39.4g 131%
Sugars 60.88g 41%
Protein 46.42g 74%
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