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Whole Wheat Mezze Maniche with Weever

17/11/2023

Weever is a sea fish that can be used to prepare an excellent pasta dish. Here I propose a recipe for whole wheat mezze maniche with weever, ideal for those who love the flavors of the sea and are looking for a dish rich in fiber and taste.

Ingredients

  • 320g of whole wheat mezze maniche pasta
  • 400g of already cleaned and filleted weever
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 200g of cherry tomatoes
  • Fresh parsley to taste
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Extra virgin olive oil to taste
  • 1 chili pepper (optional)
  • A glass of white wine

Preparation

  1. Start by bringing a pot of salted water to a boil, where you will cook the whole wheat mezze maniche according to the cooking times indicated on the package to achieve al dente pasta.

  2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and sauté the garlic cloves until golden brown. If you like a spicy touch, you can also add the minced chili pepper.

  3. Add the weever fillets to the skillet and brown them over high heat for a few minutes, then deglaze with white wine allowing the alcohol to evaporate.

  4. Add the halved cherry tomatoes and let them cook until they begin to break down, creating a sauce base.

  5. Once the pasta is al dente, drain it keeping some cooking water aside and transfer it to the skillet with the weever and tomato sauce.

  6. Mix well and sauté the pasta in the skillet for a couple of minutes, adding some cooking water if necessary to make the sauce creamier.

  7. Turn off the heat and add the chopped fresh parsley. Season with salt and pepper to your taste.

  8. Serve the whole wheat mezze maniche with weever piping hot.

Curiosity

Weever is a fish found mostly in the Mediterranean Sea and the nearby seas. It is also known by the name “spider fish,” and can be recognized by its long venomous spines. Be careful when handling this fish or, even better, buy it already cleaned and filleted for safety and convenience. Its strong taste and texture make it perfect for pairing with pasta and flavorful sauces.

Whole Wheat Mezze Maniche with Weever