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Italian 30 Mins Prep · 30 Mins Cook
- Cube the aubergines and salt them generously. Allow to stand for 20 minutes.
- Heat the oil to 180°C.
- Rinse and pat the aubergine cubes dry then deep fry in two batches until a dark golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Peel and chop the onion.
- Heat the olive oil in a heavy-bottomed pan. Add the onion and sauté over a low heat, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes, until golden. Stir in the sugar and cook for a further 10-20 minutes, until caramelised.
- Meanwhile, soak the raisins in warm water for 10 minutes. Shred the basil. Chop the celery.
- Once the onions have caramelised add the tomatoes, vinegar, and celery. Simmer over a low heat for 5 minutes. Add the capers, olives, drained raisins, pine nuts, basil and aubergines. Cook, stirring occasionally, for a few minutes.
- Allow to cool completely before serving.
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