Lunch: Russian Eggplant Caviar

Recipe by from-Russia-to-you This is a traditional family recipe that has been passed on from daughter to daughter. It is sure to please your guests and family. Spread it on bread or use it as a dip. Enjoy!

Ingredients

2 large eggplants, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
5 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups finely chopped yellow onion
1 1/2 cups finely chopped green bell pepper
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

Place eggplants in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until tender, about 30 minutes. Drain in a colander; press out excess water with the back of a large spoon.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until fragrant, about 3 minutes. Add green bell pepper; cook and stir until softened, 5 to 8 minutes.
Stir drained eggplant into the skillet. Add tomato sauce, salt, and pepper; cook, mashing eggplant with the back of the spoon, until flavors combine and tomato sauce darkens, about 30 minutes.

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