《Taste of Europe 品味歐洲》 EP09 義大利–西西里諾瑪茄香麵 Italy – Pasta alla Norma

ricotta salata

🥗Healthier: feta cheese

💰Cheaper: parmesan cheese

Feta provides a similar tangy flavor at a lower cost.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier while vegetable oil is more economical.

eggplant

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Zucchini offers a similar texture and is often less expensive.

tomato sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade tomato puree

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Canned tomatoes can be more affordable and still flavorful.

Cut eggplant into rounds.

Deep fry eggplant for 10 to 15 minutes until golden brown.

Prepare onions to mix with the fried eggplant.

Boil water in a large pot.

Add salt to boiling water before adding pasta.

Cook pasta for about 10 minutes, checking for doneness.

In a pan, mix the fried eggplant with tomato sauce and onions.

Cook the sauce on low heat for about 15 minutes to keep warm.

Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and mix it with the sauce until well combined.

Add ricotta salata on top of the pasta, resembling a snowfall.

Garnish with fresh basil leaves.

Drizzle olive oil on top before serving.

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