Nanna's kapunata with eggs
 
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Different versions abound but all are equally enjoyable. I have made this version with eggs but you could omit the eggs if you wish. Some like to also add olives, capers, celery and/or anchovies. It's up to you!
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Cuisine: Maltese
Ingredients
  • 2 large onions sliced
  • 2 large aubergines halved length ways and sliced
  • 4 red peppers sliced
  • 2 courgettes sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic crushed
  • 5-7 large ripe tomatoes chopped
  • Mixture of chopped herbs - basil, mint, parsley, dried or fresh oregano
  • 4 eggs (optional)
  • Olive oil
  • Salt and pepper
Instructions
  1. In a large heavy fry pan add 2 -3 tablespoons olive oil. Make the temperature as high as possible.
  2. Once the pan is very hot add the onion and aubergine. Add 1 tablespoon of salt and mix together.
  3. Fry for about 5 minutes.
  4. Add peppers, courgettes and garlic. Add pepper and more oil and salt if necessary.
  5. Fry until softened. About 10 minutes.
  6. Add tomatoes and fry for another 10 minutes.
  7. Mix in the herbs and fry until all vegetables are cooked (approximately another 10 minutes).
  8. Crack in 4 eggs on top of the kapunata if you wish. Reduce the temperature and fry until the whites are cooked but the yolk is still runny.
  9. Serve with crusty bread!
Recipe by A Maltese Mouthful at https://www.amaltesemouthful.com/nannas-kapunata-eggs/