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Pasta alla Norma

Cultural Context

Pasta alla Norma hails from Catania, Sicily, and is named after the famous opera 'Norma' by Vincenzo Bellini. This dish celebrates the rich flavors of eggplant and tomatoes, often enjoyed during summer when both ingredients are in season. Its simplicity and reliance on fresh produce make it a beloved staple in Italian cuisine, with variations appearing worldwide as pasta lovers embrace its hearty, comforting nature.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
4 melanzane striate
3 quarti di bottiglia di passata di pomodoro
una manciata di foglie di basilico
1 spicchio grande di aglio
cacio ricotta o ricotta salata
sale
pepe a piacere
olio (30-40 ml)
olio di arachidi o evo per friggere

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.

1

Cut the aubergines into chunks and put them in salt.

2

Take the basil and the garlic cut in half and put them in a pan to fry.

3

Once fried, add the tomato puree, add salt, pepper, mix everything and cover with a lid.

4

After 20 minutes, remove the garlic.

5

In the meantime, dry the eggplant pieces and fry them in plenty of oil, draining them on absorbent paper for food.

6

Add the fried eggplant to the sauce.

7

Drain the pasta very al dente and keep aside a little cooking water.

8

Add the pasta to the sauce and some cooking water, add the salted ricotta and mix quickly.

9

Finish cooking the pasta directly in the pan and serve very hot with a sprinkling of salted ricotta.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingboiling

Equipment Needed

pan

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Pasta alla NormaNorma Pasta
Local Name: Pasta alla Norma

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