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Pasta alla Norma
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PASTA ALLA NORMA

Pasta alla Norma is a cozy Italian classic that’s packed with flavor! This dish features tender eggplant, a rich tomato-garlic sauce, and a sprinkle of fresh basil, all tossed with pasta and topped with creamy ricotta salata cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
CHILLING THE EGGPLANT 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 2 SERVINGS
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium size eggplant
  • Olive oil for frying
  • 230 g any kind of pasta
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup pasta water
  • 1/2 cup pecorino Romano or Ricotta for topping

Method
 

  1. We'll start by cutting the eggplant into cubes and salt them and leave them for 20 minutes to get rid of any bitterness.
  2. Afterwards, we'll pat dry them very well then fry them in olive oil. Set aside.
  3. In a pan, add in some olive oil, garlic and cook till fragrant.
  4. Add in the tomato sauce, salt, pepper and let it simmer till thickened.
  5. Add in the cooked pasta, some pasta water and let it cook.
  6. Add in the fried eggplant and mix.
  7. Top with some extra eggplant and some ricotta or pecorino Romano.
  8. Enjoy while warm!