Ingredients
1/4 cup olive oil
1 onion, thinly sliced
12 small new potatoes, cut in quarter
2 tbsp water
2 tbsp capers (optional)
12 black or green olives,
1 ... coarsely chopped
3 tbsp sugar
3 tbsp red wine vinegar
Directions
In a large skilet over high heat, heat oil and saute onion for 2
minutes. Add potatoes, water, capers, and olives. Cover, lower heat
to medium and cook, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are barely
soft, about 7 minutes. Remove cover and cook until all liquid
evaporates. Dissolve sugar in vinegar and pour over potatoes. Serve
warm or chilled.
Flavor is enhanced is the dish is refrigerated for a couple of days.
223 cal, 11g fat, 0 chol per serving
Servings: 6 servings
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