caper leaves

[KennethT]

I recently got a gift of some greek caper leaves, packed in brine... the question is - what to do with them? I haven't tasted them yet, but I gather they taste like capers, but there's a bitterness to them...

Any ideas?

[SobaAddict70]

Use in salads or in fish dishes, or with seafood.

[KennethT]

Thanks... are they intended to be eaten raw, or slightly cooked? Also, what are they supposed to taste like?

[SobaAddict70]

They're usually brined or pickled. They may have a mild bitterness to them, although sometimes they remind me of nasturtiums.

I like to serve them with either toast or toasted pita, tomato salad and fried eggs. Or with grilled snapper or porgy.