Pasta with eggplant, also known as pasta alla Norma, is a classic Sicilian dish that combines the smoky flavor of roasted eggplant, the rich taste of tomato sauce, and the creamy texture of ricotta salata cheese. This hearty and flavorful dish is a perfect representation of Sicilian cuisine, showcasing the region's love for fresh, seasonal ingredients and bold flavors. Our collection of pasta with eggplant recipes offers a variety of takes on this traditional dish, ensuring that there's something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you prefer a classic recipe or a more modern twist, you're sure to find a recipe that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the heart of Sicily. From a simple pasta with eggplant in tomato sauce to more elaborate dishes featuring grilled eggplant, roasted peppers, and fresh herbs, our recipes offer a range of options to suit different tastes and skill levels. So gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and get ready to embark on a culinary journey to Sicily with our delightful pasta with eggplant recipes.
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AUBERGINE SPAGHETTI
The best aubergine spaghetti recipe! Creamy aubergine, garlic and parmesan sauce coating the pasta, you will not be able to stop eating.
Provided by Adina
Categories Pasta and Rice
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut the aubergines into chunky cubes, sprinkle them with some salt and let them sit for 20 minutes. Dry them off with kitchen paper, pressing lightly.
- Saute: Peel the garlic cloves, smash them slightly but leave them whole. Heat the olive oil in a wide non-stick pan and add the garlic cloves. Turn the heat to low and fry the garlic, stirring often, until it starts to sizzle and smell. Don't let it burn.
- Add the aubergines, stir to coat them in oil, and cook on medium heat until translucent and soft.
- Simmer: Add the chopped tomatoes, herbs, and stock. Bring everything to a boil, cover the pan leaving a crack open and let cook for about 20 minutes until the liquid has evaporated and the aubergines are very soft. If there is too much liquid left in the pan by the time the aubergines are soft, just take away the lid and let the sauce bubble for a little while longer.
- Cook pasta: While the sauce is cooking, start cooking the spaghetti.
- Mix: Mash the aubergines with a fork, add the sliced basil leaves, season to taste, and mix with the spaghetti. Serve with some grated Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 414 kcal, Carbohydrate 51 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 2 mg, Sodium 356 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 6 g, UnsaturatedFat 16 g, ServingSize 1 serving
PASTA ALLA NORMA (EGGPLANT PASTA)
Recipe video above. This is a traditional Italian pasta dish from Sicily, usually begun by cooking eggplant on the stove in a hefty amount of oil. I prefer roasting the eggplant - less oil plus the eggplant holds its shape better, especially when you roast at a high temp to caramelise the surface!Finishing with a good amount of fresh basil is traditional but even if you don't have any, there's other alternatives to add a touch of other flavour - such as fresh thyme, or extra dried herbs in the sauce.This is an excellent and satisfyingly "meaty" vegetarian main dish that will have even card-carrying carnivores asking for seconds!
Provided by Nagi
Categories Mains
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 240°C / 450°F (220°C fan). Line a tray with baking / parchment paper.
- Toss eggplant with oil, salt and pepper. Spread on the tray and roast for 20 minutes.
- Flip, then roast for a further 5 minutes. Cool on tray (this helps the eggplant hold its shape when tossing).
- Bring a large pot of salted water to the boil. Start cooking the pasta a couple of minutes after you start making the sauce (next section), until al dente or to your liking.
- Heat oil in a very large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic, cook for 20 seconds until golden, then add onion and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until translucent and cooked through.
- Increase heat to medium-high and add wine, if using. Let it simmer, scraping the base of the pan to deglaze, until the wine mostly evaporates.
- Add tomato passata. Now pour the water into the passata bottle, screw on the lid, shake, and pour that in too (waste nothing!)
- Add dried herbs, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper. Stir and simmer 5 minutes.
- Stir in eggplant, then add cooked and drained pasta. GENTLY toss until pasta is coated in the sauce (so the eggplant doesn't turn into complete mush!).
- Serve immediately, garnished with a good pinch of fresh basil and parmesan.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 530 kcal, Carbohydrate 83 g, Protein 15 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 828 mg, Fiber 12 g, Sugar 18 g, ServingSize 1 serving
PASTA WITH EGGPLANT SAUCE
This was my mother's recipe and is a nice way to incorporate eggplant into a meal. The thick, chunky sauce is splendid. I like to have it with a glass of red wine, crusty Italian bread and a tossed salad.-Jean Lawrence, Rochester, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, saute the eggplant, onion, parsley and garlic in oil until tender. , Stir in the tomatoes, wine, tomato paste, mushrooms, sugar, oregano and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until thickened, 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally., Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain pasta. Serve with sauce. Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 385 calories, Fat 11g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 782mg sodium, Carbohydrate 61g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 11g protein.
EGGPLANT PASTA
Easy and quick pasta dish!
Provided by alands18
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Eggplant
Time 55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir garlic until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Add eggplant; cook, stirring constantly, until eggplant is softened, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes and juice; cook until sauce is slightly reduced, about 20 minutes.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook rigatoni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 13 minutes. Drain and transfer to a serving bowl.
- Pour sauce over pasta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 294.6 calories, Carbohydrate 48.8 g, Fat 8.3 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 8.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 144.7 mg, Sugar 5.8 g
PASTA ALLA NORMA (FRESH PASTA WITH EGGPLANT(AUBERGINE))
This dish of fresh pasta with eggplant, tomato sauce and cheese was a favorite of the great Sicilian composer Vincenzo Bellini. It has been renamed after his most famous opera. La Norma.I got this recipe from Vincent Schiavelli, we made it last night and it is the most delicious thing I've eaten in a long time.
Provided by Jazmina
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 2h40m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Peel the egglants. Cut them lengthwise in slices 1/2 inch thick. If slices ar very long cut them in half. Liberally salt each slice and stack them in a shallow dish. Place another dish on top and lightly weight it for instance using a full can of tomatoes. Keep the eggplant in the press for at least two hours. This process will drain out the acidic liquid which causes the eggplant to taste bitter and act like a sponge when frying.
- After the time has elapsed, rinse or wipe off the slices and pat dry. Heat 2 inches of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until hot. Dust each slice with flor before frying. Cook to a rich golden brown, and drain between brown paper until everything else is ready for assembly.
- While frying eggplant begin the tomato sauce. Pass the can of tomatoes through a food mill to remove any seeds. Place the 1/4 cup of olive oil in a sauce pan and saute the whole garlic until brown, remove the garlic. Add the tomatoes, paste, sugar, basil and season to taste with salt and pepper. Stir well and cook on low heat for about 15-20 minutes.
- Meanwhile continue to cook eggplant and keep hot uncovered in a 300' oven. At this time cook your pasta, when it's done toss in a warm serving bowl with some of the sauce and half of the cheese. Arrange eggplant on top. Drizzle with sauce and sprinkle with cheese.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 616.7, Fat 23.7, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 91.1, Sodium 347.6, Carbohydrate 83.9, Fiber 11.9, Sugar 14.3, Protein 21.7
PASTA WITH EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE)
Make and share this Pasta With Eggplant (Aubergine) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Mirj2338
Categories Vegetable
Time 50m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat 3 tablespoons of the olive oil in a large, deep skillet.
- Add the eggplant cubes and cook, stirring, until golden brown, about 15 to 18 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook the ziti according to package directions.
- When it is al dente, drain.
- Remove the eggplant from the saute pan.
- Add the garlic and the onion, along with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and cook for 3 minutes, stirring.
- Add the tomatoes and crush them with your fingers.
- Add the cooked eggplant cubes and the olives.
- Cook and stir 15 minutes, until sauce is thick.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in the basil.
- Cook 2 minutes.
- Add the ziti to the sauce and stir to combine.
- Serve hot.
Tips:
- Choose the right eggplant. Look for eggplants that are firm and have smooth, shiny skin. Avoid eggplants that are bruised or have wrinkles.
- Prepare the eggplant properly. To prevent the eggplant from absorbing too much oil, salt the eggplant slices and let them sit for 30 minutes before cooking. Then, rinse the eggplant slices and pat them dry.
- Don't overcrowd the pan. When cooking the eggplant, make sure to not overcrowd the pan. This will help the eggplant to cook evenly and prevent it from becoming soggy.
- Cook the eggplant until it is tender. The eggplant should be cooked until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it. Overcooking the eggplant will make it mushy.
- Use a variety of spices and herbs. To add flavor to the pasta with eggplant, use a variety of spices and herbs. Some good options include garlic, basil, oregano, and thyme.
- Serve the pasta with eggplant immediately. Pasta with eggplant is best served immediately after it is made. This will help to prevent the pasta from becoming soggy.
Conclusion:
Pasta with eggplant is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its combination of tender eggplant, flavorful sauce, and al dente pasta, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new pasta dish to try, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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