FRIED TAGLIATELLE WITH CHICKPEAS AND SMOKY TOMATOES
Two pantry staples, chickpeas and pasta, come together to give you this hearty vegan main. (Do check the ingredient list on the packaging for your tagliatelle, as some may contain egg.) Frying the pasta nests before cooking them provides plenty of texture, even as the pasta softens and releases its starches into the chickpeas and their cooking water. Feel free to play around with the smoky tomato oil, adding different chiles or spices, such as cumin or coriander seeds. And be sure to start the night before by soaking your chickpeas. However, if you're running low on time, you can also use two drained 14-ounce cans of chickpeas, adjusting liquid levels as necessary.
Provided by Yotam Ottolenghi
Categories dinner, beans, pastas, main course
Time 9h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Make the smoky tomato oil: Place a medium sauté pan over high heat. Once hot, add the tomatoes and cook for 4 minutes, shaking the pan as needed, until tomatoes are charred on the outside but still retaining their shape. Remove the pan from the heat and set aside to cool for 5 minutes. Stir in everything else and return to medium-low heat. Cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally as it bubbles very gently. Remove from the heat and set aside to infuse.
- Prepare the pasta: While the tomato oil infuses, add the 2 tablespoons olive oil to a large, high-sided sauté pan and heat over medium-high. Once hot, add the tagliatelle nests and cook for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes on each side, or until nicely golden. (Don't worry if you don't get color on the sides.) Set the toasted tagliatelle nests aside and rinse out the pan.
- Drain the soaked chickpeas and add them to the same pan along with 4 1/4 cups/1 liter water and 1/2 teaspoon baking soda (bicarbonate of soda). Return the pan to medium-high heat and bring to the boil, skimming the scum as needed. Turn the heat to medium-low, cover with a lid and cook for 10 to 15 minutes. Add 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and test the chickpeas at this point. They should be soft but still retain their shape. Turn the heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the garlic, then nestle in the fried tagliatelle nests. Replace the lid and cook, undisturbed, until pasta is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed, about 5 to 10 minutes, or according to package directions. Remove the lid and, without stirring, squeeze over the juice from the lemon halves.
- Spoon the smoky tomato oil on top, sprinkle with the parsley and serve directly from the pan. Serve with the extra lemon wedges to squeeze on top to taste.
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Linda Ermelinda
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up leftover chickpeas. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
BOSS FF
[email protected]I'm always looking for new vegetarian recipes, and this one is definitely a keeper. It's healthy, delicious, and easy to make.
Agie Nsinungi
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a potluck or party. It's easy to make and can be served warm or cold.
Thomas Hammock
[email protected]I love the smoky flavor of the tomatoes in this dish. It really adds a depth of flavor.
Smart Bilal
[email protected]This dish is a great way to impress your friends and family. It's sure to be a hit at your next dinner party.
Sibhatyihun Silesh
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to use up leftover pasta, and this recipe is a great option. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Malik Abdullah rouf
[email protected]I made this dish exactly as the recipe says, and it turned out perfectly. I was really impressed with how well the flavors came together.
Just For You
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of chickpeas, but I loved them in this dish. They added a nice texture and creaminess.
Armando “Kd” Lopez
[email protected]This dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also very affordable, which is a big plus.
Lule James
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's made with just a few ingredients, but the flavors are incredible. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Randa Abdalla
[email protected]This is one of the best pasta dishes I've ever had. The smoky tomatoes and crispy tagliatelle are a perfect match. I highly recommend this recipe.
macmod Batao
[email protected]I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about the flavors and the presentation. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.
suzal Rae
[email protected]I'm always looking for new vegetarian recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's packed with protein and vegetables, and it's absolutely delicious.
Cduck99
[email protected]This is my new favorite pasta dish! The combination of crispy tagliatelle, smoky tomatoes, and creamy chickpeas is simply irresistible.
Kais Odaa
[email protected]I love how versatile this recipe is. I didn't have any chickpeas on hand, so I used black beans instead. It turned out just as good!
Yonjairo Hernandez
[email protected]I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this dish was to make. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to follow the recipe without any problems. The end result was a delicious and impressive meal.
Ssugar Dominguez
[email protected]This dish was a hit with my family! The flavors were so well-balanced and the smokiness from the tomatoes really came through. I will definitely be making this again.