Pasta Preparation Featuring Orecchiette, Broccoli Rabe, Hot Red Pepper, and Anchovies
Ready to impress your taste buds? This Broccoli Rabe Pasta with tangy anchovies and fiery red pepper flakes will surely keep you wanting more. This versatile dish can be a staple in your kitchen since broccoli rabe is available almost all year round.
- Serving Size: 6 to 8 portions
- Difficulty: A breeze (Easy Peasy)
- Total Time: Just 15 minutes
Ingredients: (Get your shopping list ready)
- 1 lb Broccoli Rabe
- Pasta (choose your favorite: orecchiette, cavatelli, gemelli, malloreddus, or other short tube pasta like rigatoni)
- 3 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 3 medium cloves Garlic, sliced thinly (about 4 teaspoons)
- 7 anchovy fillets, oil-packed, rinsed, and sliced thinly (about 4 teaspoons)
- 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (don't shy away!)
Equipment:
- Medium saucepan
- Large frying pan
- Ice water bath
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
- Colander or strainer
Instructions: (Let's cook!)
- Fill a medium saucepan with salted water and bring it to a boil over high heat. Add the broccoli rabe and let it cook for 2 minutes.
- Drain the broccoli rabe and immerse it in an ice water bath. Once it's cool, drain it again, then shake off any excess water. Chop the broccoli rabe on the bias into 1-inch pieces and set it aside.
- Cook the pasta according to the package directions.
- In a large frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic, 3 teaspoons of the anchovies, and the red pepper flakes. Cook until the garlic starts to brown and the anchovies dissolve into the oil.
- Add the chopped broccoli rabe to the pan, stirring until it's heated through and slightly wilted. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Drain the cooked pasta and add it to the pan with the remaining 1 teaspoon of anchovies. Toss the pasta until it's coated with the sauce and the dish is heated through. Adjust the seasoning as needed and serve.
Bonus Tip:Pour yourself a glass of Fāmega Vinho Verde, Portugal's delightful white wine. Its light, refreshing taste will complement this zesty pasta dish. Chill it well before serving. Enjoy the flavors!
Enrichment Data:This quick and easy Broccoli Rabe Pasta recipe brings an irresistible balance of flavors. The earthy taste of the broccoli rabe is beautifully contrasted with the savory anchovies, while the red pepper flakes add a dash of heat. This delectable dish is perfect for a weeknight meal or a specially-prepared dinner with friends.
- This Broccoli Rabe Pasta recipe, rich in nutrition and yielding 6 to 8 portions, showcases its distinct characteristics including an irresistible balance of flavors.
- The recipe's ingredients such as broccoli rabe, anchovies, red pepper flakes, pasta, garlic, olive oil, and Fāmega Vinho Verde contribute to the dish's unique taste and color.
- Following the provided instructions, one can effortlessly prepare this flavorful dish, making it ideal for Aussiedlerbote (meal planning).
