Farfalle with Red Mullets and Zucchinis

17/11/2023

Here is the recipe to prepare delicious Farfalle with Red Mullets and Zucchinis, a dish that combines the delicate taste of fish with the fresh flavor of vegetables. It is a typically summer dish but suitable for all seasons due to its lightness and flavor.

Ingredients

320 g of farfalle pasta
4 fresh red mullets (you can ask your fishmonger to clean them for you)
2 medium zucchinis
1 clove of garlic
200 ml of tomato puree
Fresh parsley to taste
Extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

Start by cleaning the red mullets by removing the guts and scales, then wash and cut the zucchinis into rounds or sticks, as you prefer.
Heat a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil in a pan and lightly fry the crushed garlic clove until it turns golden.
Add the zucchinis to the pan and cook for about 5 minutes until they start to soften. Then, add the red mullets and cook them for about 3-4 minutes per side.
Once the red mullets are cooked, remove them from the pan and set them aside. In the same pan, pour in the tomato puree, adjust the salt and pepper, and let cook for about 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the farfalle following the package instructions to obtain an al dente texture.
While the pasta cooks, clean and fillet the red mullets, removing the skin and bones.
Drain the pasta and transfer it into the pan with the tomato sauce and zucchinis. Add the red mullet fillets and gently mix to combine the ingredients.
Serve and garnish with chopped fresh parsley on top of each portion.

If you wish, you can add a sprinkle of chili pepper if you like a spicy touch, or finish with grated lemon zest for a fresher and more summery aroma. Enjoy your meal!

Trivia

Farfalle are a type of pasta that, thanks to their particular shape, bind very well with sauces and condiments. Red mullet is a fish with a delicate flavor, ideal for pasta dishes, and in this recipe, it is also enhanced by the sweetness of the zucchinis.