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Orecchiette with Broccoli and Anchovies

17/11/2023

Orecchiette with Broccoli and Anchovies is a simple yet flavorful dish, typical of Italian cuisine. Here is a recipe to prepare it:

Ingredients

  • 400 g of orecchiette
  • 400 g of fresh or frozen broccoli
  • 8 anchovy fillets in oil
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • Red chili flakes (to taste)
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper (optional)
  • Toasted breadcrumbs for garnishing (optional)
  • Pasta cooking water

Preparation

  1. Clean the broccoli, divide the florets into small pieces, and if fresh, blanch them briefly in salted water, retaining the water for cooking the pasta.

  2. In a large pan, heat the oil and add the peeled garlic (whole or chopped, according to preference) and anchovy fillets. Allow the anchovies to melt, creating a cream.

  3. If desired, add red chili flakes for a spicy touch.

  4. Add the broccoli to the pan and sauté everything over medium heat for a few minutes.

  5. Cook the orecchiette in the reserved vegetable cooking water according to the package instructions until al dente.

  6. Drain the pasta and save some of the cooking water.

  7. Transfer the orecchiette to the pan with the broccoli and anchovy sauce, add a bit of the cooking water to combine, and mix gently.

  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  9. Serve the orecchiette hot, garnished with toasted breadcrumbs to add crunch, if desired.

Orecchiette with broccoli and anchovies is a healthy and complete dish, perfect for those looking for a simple yet flavor-rich recipe. Enjoy your meal!

Orecchiette with Broccoli and Anchovies