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What are Capers + 10 Caper Recipes

Amy
What are capers, and why are they a secret weapon in the kitchen? Perfect for busy cooks, these recipes come together in 10 minutes or less, making them ideal for quick meals or last-minute upgrades.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Cuisine Mediterranean cuisine
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 4 small tomatoes, finely chopped
  • 6 Kalamata olives, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons capers
  • 2 garlic cloves, one grated, one halved
  • ½ teaspoon red wine vinegar
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
  • 6 to 8 slices Pavé or other rustic country bread
  • Fresh basil

Instructions
 

  • In a medium bowl, mix together the tomatoes, olives, capers, grated garlic, vinegar, salt, and several grinds of pepper.
  • Drizzle the bread slices with olive oil and grill until lightly charred, or toast in the oven. Use the cut-side of the garlic halves to rub garlic onto the hot bread. Top with the tomato mixture and fresh basil.
Keyword caper recipes, capers, cooking with capers, pickled capers
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