This Pasta Alla Norma Is The Perfect Healthy Meal For A Busy Lifestyle.
Pasta alla norma is the easy pasta recipe you need. This quick, cheap, & incredibly delicious pasta ticks all the right boxes with it being healthy, fresh & wholesome. Traditionally the eggplant is fried in a pan with olives which takes a long time, but with this method, we roast it in the oven, which requires minimal effort & time. Follow the easy recipe & instructions to create the dish you’ve been missing.
Pasta Alla Norma
Ingredients
- 450 g Penne
- 2 Eggplants (Aubergine) Diced
- 45 ml Olive Oil
- 3 Garlic Cloves Minced
- 400 g Diced Tomatoes Canned
- 1.5 g Dried Oregano
- 20 g Fresh Basil Picked
- Salt & Pepper To Taste
- Ricotta Salata To Serve
- Fresh Basil Garnish
Method
- Preheat oven to 220°C (430°F).
- Dice the eggplant into medium-sized pieces, and place it into a bowl along with half of the olive oil and seasoning to taste.
- Line a baking tray with parchment paper and place down the seasoned eggplant. Roast in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, mixing it around halfway.
- Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil over high heat. Generously season with sea salt flakes and cook the pasta as per the packet instructions.
- Place a large pan onto the stovetop over medium heat. Add the remaining olive oil and garlic, and sauté for 1 minute or until just starting to brown. Add the diced tomatoes, oregano, basil stems, and season to taste. Mix to combine and bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 12 minutes.
- By this stage, the eggplant can be removed from the oven, transferred into the sauce, and mixed well until fully combined.
- Add the al dente pasta along with ½ cup (125ml) of pasta water, and add the basil leaves. Mix well and remove from the heat. Add enough of the pasta water until you reach the desired consistency — you may want more or less.
- Serve in bowls and grate over some ricotta salata cheese, or use plain ricotta or parmesan. Garnish with extra fresh basil and cracked black pepper. Dig in.
The above nutrition guide is based on daily averages and is calculated for a single portion.
Recipe Notes
Pasta Alla Norma Storage Instructions
This pasta will last up to 4 days in the fridge and the freezer for up to 6 months, both stored in an airtight container.
Pasta Alla Norma Reheating Instructions
To reheat, place the pasta in a pan over medium-high heat and mix gently until hot throughout. You can add a splash of water, canned tomato or vegetable stock to refresh the sauce if needed. Alternatively, you can reheat the pasta in a microwave in bursts until hot.
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