Melanzane a Scapece are marinated eggplant; the word scapece derives from the Spanish (who ruled in Naples) and can be applied to any dish (usually fish or vegetable) marinated in a sweet-and-sour sauce. This particular eggplant scapece is quite refreshing in summer and should be made a day ahead. To serve 6:
Prep Time: 1 hours, 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients:
- 4 pounds small eggplants
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons vinegar
- Salt
- A hot red pepper, shredded
- Oregano
- 1-2 cloves of garlic
