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
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Victor Contreras
[email protected]This dish was delicious, but the eggplant was a bit too oily for my taste. I will try it again with less oil next time.
RbZballer
[email protected]This pasta dish was amazing! The eggplant was perfectly cooked and the sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Karrie Badonie
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was perfectly tangy. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables and it was a hit with my family.
mdmatin khan
[email protected]I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the eggplant and the sauce was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.
Sajan Moktan
[email protected]This dish was delicious! The eggplant was perfectly cooked and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Karwan Armani
[email protected]I tried this recipe last night and it was a hit with my family! The eggplant was so tender and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Bridget Ward
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I served it with a side of garlic bread and it was the perfect meal.
CREATIVE BRAND
[email protected]This pasta dish was amazing! The eggplant was perfectly cooked and the sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Hari xettri
[email protected]I love this recipe! The eggplant is crispy and flavorful, and the sauce is rich and creamy. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my guests.
Stephen Steward
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! The eggplant was soft and flavorful, and the sauce was perfectly tangy. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables and it was a hit with my family.
Jorge
[email protected]This pasta dish is a delightful combination of flavors and textures. The eggplant is perfectly cooked, tender and slightly caramelized, and the tomato sauce is rich and flavorful. The pasta is al dente and perfectly coated in the sauce. Overall, this