Traditional Russian eggplant appetizer

INGREDIENTS

* 5 eggplants, peeled and cubed
* 5 green bell peppers, seeded and chopped
* 5 tomatoes, chopped
* 5 onions, chopped
* 20 g white sugar
* 20 g salt
* 120 ml vegetable oil
* 120 ml red wine vinegar
* 120 ml water

DIRECTIONS

1. Place the eggplant, bell pepper, tomato, and onion into a large pot. In a small bowl, stir together the sugar, salt, oil, vinegar, and water. Pour over the vegetables. Bring to a boil and cook over medium heat for 30 minutes. Serve warm.