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Saffron Pasta

Cultural Context

Saffron pasta is a luxurious dish hailing from Italy, where saffron is often associated with regional specialties, particularly in the northern regions like Lombardy. This dish highlights the beauty of simple ingredients elevated by saffron's distinct flavor and vibrant color. It is often enjoyed as a special occasion meal, showcasing the Italian tradition of celebrating food with rich flavors and aromas. Today, variations can be found globally, with saffron being embraced in many culinary traditions beyond Italian cuisine.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
Fusilli bucati 400 gr
Tonno sgocciolato 150 gr
Zafferano 1 bustina
Olio extravergine d'oliva (EVO)
Sale
Pepe
Prezzemolo 1 ciuffo

parmesan cheese

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: nutritional yeast

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: grana padano

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

cream

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: Greek yogurt

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

1

Per preparare i fusilli tonno e zafferano, mettete a lessare la pasta in abbondante acqua salata.

2

trito di prezzemolo fresco

3

Versate un mestolo abbondante, di acqua di cottura della pasta in un recipiente. Aggiungete lo zafferano nell'acqua e lasciatelo sciogliere completamente.

4

Trasferite l'acqua con lo zafferano, in una padella e portate a bollore. All'incirca 1 minuto prima del termine di cottura della pasta, scolatela nella padella. Aggiungete alla pasta il tonno sgocciolato dal proprio olio di conservazione, un trito di prezzemolo fresco e se gradite, anche una spolverata di pepe macinato. Saltate e lasciate amalgamare il tutto.

5

Servite con un filo d'olio extravergine d'oliva a crudo, con un'altra spolverata di prezzemolo fresco tritato e pepe macinato. Buon appetito!!!

Cooking Techniques

sautรฉinginfusingtossing

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarianveganplant-basedpescatariandairy-freeegg-freegluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Allergens

milkwheat

Also Known As

Pasta al SaffronSaffron Tagliatelle
Local Name: Pasta al Zafferano

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