Recipes Fried Capers and Sage Be the first to rate & review! Crispy capers and sage add bursts of flavor to buttery pasta dishes. Plus: Pasta Recipes and Cooking Tips By Grace Parisi Updated on September 1, 2015 Print Rate It Share Share Tweet Pin Email Total Time: 15 mins Yield: 1/2 cup Ingredients 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 cup drained capers, patted dry 2 tablespoons small sage leaves 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper Directions In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil. Add the capers, sage leaves and crushed red pepper and cook over moderate heat until the capers open and are lightly browned, 4 to 5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the capers and sage leaves to paper towels to drain and cool. Make Ahead The fried capers and sage can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Rate it Print