PASTA WITH FRIED LEMONS AND AND CHILI FLAKES RECIPE - (4.3/5)
Provided by Gail Poll
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Finely zest 2 of the lemons and set aside. Trim the tops and bottoms off the other 2 lemons and cut lengthwise into quarters; remove seeds. Thinly slice the quarters crosswise into triangles. Blanch the lemon pieces in the boiling water for 2 minutes, then transfer with a slotted spoon to a dish towel. Blot dry. In the boiling water, add pasta and cook until just barely al dente. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over high heat. Add the dried lemon pieces and season with a pinch each of salt and sugar. Cook until the lemons are caramelized and browned at the edges, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate. Melt the butter with the remaining oil in the pan over medium heat. Add the chile flakes and zest of both lemons; cook until fragrant. Whisk in the reserved pasta water. Toss in pasta, juice of 1 lemon, cheese, pepper and the remaining salt. Cook until pasta is well coated with sauce. Toss in the caramelized lemon and the celery leaves and parsley if using. Taste and add lemon juice if needed. Serve, topped with a drizzle of oil, more cheese if you like, and a sprinkle of sea salt.
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Michelle Haines
[email protected]I would definitely make this dish again. It's a great weeknight meal that's easy to make and delicious.
Anik Mia
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover lemons. I had a few lemons that were about to go bad, and this dish was a great way to use them up.
Michael Richards
[email protected]I'm not a fan of spicy food, so I omitted the chili flakes. The dish was still very flavorful without them.
Loubna Ouqba
[email protected]I would recommend using a good quality olive oil for this recipe. It really makes a difference in the flavor of the dish.
Michael Woods
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth the effort. The end result is a delicious and unique pasta dish that will impress your friends and family.
Crystal Peterson
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of lemon, but I really enjoyed this dish. The lemons added a subtle tanginess that was really nice.
Annmarie VanTassell
[email protected]This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the crispy lemons and the spicy chili flakes.
Hoho Yamyyamy
[email protected]The sauce is super versatile. I served it over pasta, but I think it would also be great on chicken or fish.
Sajida Batool
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover pasta. I had some cooked spaghetti in the fridge, and this dish was a quick and easy way to turn it into a delicious meal.
Romiya Gurung
[email protected]I was skeptical about the fried lemons, but they were the star of the show! They added a crispy, tangy texture that really elevated the dish.
Aleem Sidhu
[email protected]This pasta was a delightful surprise! The combination of the fried lemons, chili flakes, and garlic created a wonderfully balanced flavor profile. I added a bit of lemon zest to the sauce, and it really took the dish to the next level.