Agrodolce Di Peperoni (Sweet and Sour Peppers)

• tablespoons extra virgin olive oil↗6
• large yellow pepper, de-seeded and cut into thick strips↗1
• large red pepper, de-seeded and cut into thick strips↗1
• anchovy fillets↗3
• garlic cloves, peeled↗2
• black olives↗6
• tablespoon capers↗1
• tablespoon sugar↗1
• tablespoons white wine vinegar↗4
• salt & freshly ground black pepper

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan. Once the oil is hot add the yellow and red pepper strips.

2. 2

   Fry the pepper strips, stirring often, until golden brown.

3. 3

   Add the anchovy fillets, garlic, olives and capers. Stir in the sugar, then add the vinegar and cook, stirring now and then, until evaporated.

4. 4

   Cook on a medium heat, stirring now and then, for about 5 minutes, or until the peppers are tender.

5. 5

   Season to taste with salt and freshly ground pepper. Serve hot or cold.