Italian Pasta Alla Norma
Unearth the authenticity of Italian cuisine with this incredible Pasta Alla Norma dish, a classic representation of Sicilian culinary excellence. With its simple ingredients and uncomplicated steps, you will be transported straight to the heart of Italy in your own kitchen.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
| Calories | Fat | Saturates | Sugars | Salt | Protein | Carbs | Fibre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 550 | 15g | 4g | 8g | 1g | 20g | 80g | 5g |
Nutrition: The above table indicates nutritional intake per serving for an adult.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb pasta
- 2 lbs fresh tomatoes
- 1 large eggplant
- 1 cup ricotta salata cheese
- 1 bunch fresh basil
- 2 garlic cloves
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Instructions:
- Slice the eggplant into cubes and fry in olive oil until golden.
- Blend tomatoes and garlic into a sauce and simmer.
- Cook pasta until al dente. Reserve some pasta water.
- Add fried eggplant to tomato sauce.
- Add pasta to the sauce, adding pasta water if needed, toss well.
- Serve with ricotta salata and fresh basil on top.
Taste the beautiful simplicity of Italian cooking with this Pasta Alla Norma recipe, which encapsulates the elegance of Italian food culture. Buon appetito!