Recipe
Rape Strascinate with Garlic and Chili
Fiery and Flavorful Rape Strascinate: A Spicy Twist on Italian Cuisine
4.7 out of 5
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Italian cuisine with this authentic recipe for Rape Strascinate. This dish combines the earthy bitterness of rapini with the bold kick of garlic and chili, resulting in a tantalizing and satisfying culinary experience.
Metadata
Preparation time
15 minutes
Cooking time
15 minutes
Total time
30 minutes
Yields
4 servings
Preparation difficulty
Easy
Suitable for
Vegetarian, Vegan (omit Parmesan cheese), Dairy-free, Nut-free, Low calorie
Allergens
N/A
Not suitable for
Gluten-free (unless using gluten-free pasta)
Ingredients
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300g (10.5 oz) strascinate pasta 300g (10.5 oz) strascinate pasta
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1 bunch of rapini (broccoli rabe), roughly chopped 1 bunch of rapini (broccoli rabe), roughly chopped
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4 cloves of garlic, minced 4 cloves of garlic, minced
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1-2 red chili peppers, thinly sliced 1-2 red chili peppers, thinly sliced
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3 tablespoons olive oil 3 tablespoons olive oil
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Salt, to taste Salt, to taste
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Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
Nutrition
- Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
- Fat (total, saturated): 12g, 2g
- Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 50g, 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Fiber: 5g
- Salt: 1g
Preparation
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1.Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the strascinate pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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2.In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sliced chili peppers, and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
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3.Add the chopped rapini to the skillet and sauté until wilted and tender, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt to taste.
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4.Add the cooked strascinate pasta to the skillet and toss well to coat the pasta with the rapini, garlic, and chili mixture.
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5.Serve the Rape Strascinate hot, sprinkled with grated Parmesan cheese.
Treat your ingredients with care...
- Rapini — Make sure to wash the rapini thoroughly and remove any tough stems before chopping.
- Strascinate pasta — If you can't find strascinate pasta, you can substitute it with orecchiette or fusilli, which also work well with the sauce.
Tips & Tricks
- For an extra burst of flavor, you can add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to the dish before serving.
- Adjust the amount of chili peppers according to your spice preference. You can also remove the seeds for a milder heat.
- Toasting the garlic in the olive oil before adding the rapini and chili will enhance its flavor.
Serving advice
Serve the Rape Strascinate as a main course, accompanied by a fresh green salad and crusty Italian bread. It pairs well with a glass of light-bodied red wine, such as Chianti.
Presentation advice
Garnish the dish with a sprinkle of freshly chopped parsley or a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil for an added touch of freshness and visual appeal.
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