EGGPLANT AND COUNTRY HAM RAGù
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat 3 Tbsp. oil in a large heavy pot over medium-high. Add half of eggplant, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring often, until browned and tender, 5-8 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl. Repeat with 3 Tbsp. oil and remaining eggplant. Heat remaining 2 Tbsp. oil over medium in same skillet and add ham, onion, and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add chiles, cocoa powder, and tomato paste, stirring to coat. Cook, stirring frequently, until tomato paste has turned a dark brick red and cocoa powder smells toasty, about 3 minutes.
- Add tomato sauce, reserved eggplant, and 1 cup water, scraping up any browned bits. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, until sauce has thickened and flavors have melded, 25-30 minutes. Add fish sauce and season with salt and pepper.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Drain, reserving 2 cups pasta cooking liquid.
- Add pasta to pot with sauce along with butter and 1 cup pasta cooking liquid. Bring to a simmer and cook, tossing frequently, until a thick glossy sauce forms and coats pasta, adding more cooking liquid as needed. Divide among bowls and top with Parmesan and parsley.
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Geofrey Aluofwa
[email protected]I didn't like this recipe. The eggplant was mushy and the ham was too salty.
Miranda Rendon
[email protected]This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used more spices.
Josephine Chipulu
[email protected]I loved this recipe! The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the ham added a nice salty flavor. I will definitely be making this again.
Prodip Kumar
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and it tasted great. I especially liked the combination of eggplant and ham.
MEHAR zada official
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great. The eggplant was tender and the ham was flavorful. I served it over rice and it was a delicious meal.
muqadas zahra
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and it tastes amazing. I love the combination of eggplant, ham, and spices.
Dalim Rana
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but I really enjoyed this dish. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Apple Dawn
[email protected]This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but it was still very good. I will definitely make it again, but I will use less cayenne pepper next time.
Catherine Hayford
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out great. The eggplant is soft and flavorful, and the ham adds a nice salty flavor. I also like the addition of the bell peppers and onions.
M.hanan Yaseen
[email protected]This eggplant and country ham rag is a delicious and hearty dish. The flavors of the eggplant, ham, and spices blend together perfectly. I served it over rice and it was a hit with my family.