Pickled Eggplant

Ingredients

• 3 eggplants, peeled and cubed
• 2 onions, sliced in thin rings
• 2 red peppers, thin sliced
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 2 cups red wine vinegar
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 4 garlic cloves, whole
• 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
• 1 tablespoon oregano
• 1 tablespoon dry basil
• 2 -3 bay leaves
• 2 cups olive oil (may be more)