Creamy pasta with swordfish and eggplants is a main course that encapsulates all the Mediterranean flavors in a velvety and enveloping embrace. A mix of simple ingredients, but perfectly combined, that transport you among the scents and colors of the Sicilian coasts.
Imagine a forkful of pasta wrapped in its soft and fragrant sauce: the cherry tomatoes, blended with extra virgin olive oil, salt, and a pinch of garlic, create a delicate cream that enhances the flavor of the eggplants, sautéed until golden and irresistible. And then there’s the final touch: the swordfish, cut into cubes and quickly seared in a pan, which adds a tasty and juicy note to the dish.
This recipe is the perfect synthesis between sea and land: the sweetness of the cherry tomatoes, the decisive flavor of the swordfish, and the velvety consistency of the eggplants create a unique and intriguing harmony. An elegant yet easy-to-prepare dish, ideal for a family lunch or a special dinner, when you want to bring something truly memorable to the table.
If you love Mediterranean flavors and want to surprise your guests with a creamy and irresistible main course, creamy pasta with swordfish and eggplants is the perfect choice.
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Medium
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 4People
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Energy 613.88 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 48.28 (g) of which sugars 17.33 (g)
- Proteins 32.14 (g)
- Fat 33.09 (g) of which saturated 5.51 (g)of which unsaturated 5.57 (g)
- Fibers 6.88 (g)
- Sodium 1,308.06 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 400 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients for Creamy Pasta with Swordfish and Eggplants
- 14 oz paccheri
- 2 eggplants
- 2 slices swordfish
- 21 oz cherry tomatoes
- 1 bunch basil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsps oregano
- to taste salt
- to taste extra virgin olive oil
How to Prepare Creamy Pasta with Swordfish and Eggplants
Wash, dry, and trim the eggplants. First, cut them in half lengthwise, then dice them.
In a pan, brown the garlic clove with four tablespoons of oil and add the eggplants. Cook them on high heat until they are golden.
Meanwhile, blend the cherry tomatoes with garlic, 3 tablespoons of oil, and 2 pinches of salt.
Pour the cherry tomato cream into the pan with the eggplants, add some basil and oregano, mix well, and let it simmer for 5 minutes on low heat.
Remove the skin and central bone from the swordfish slices. Then, cut it into cubes. Sear them in a hot pan and season with a pinch of salt and a drizzle of oil.
Transfer the swordfish to the pan with the eggplant and cherry tomato sauce, adding more basil. Gently mix and cook for a few minutes.
Boil the paccheri until al dente in plenty of salted boiling water. Drain them and add them to the sauce, adding a little cooking water. Sauté the pasta on high heat for a couple of minutes.
Serve with the remaining basil and a drizzle of oil.
Storage of Pasta with Swordfish and Eggplants
Pasta with swordfish and eggplants can be stored in the fridge for 1-2 days in an airtight container. Before serving, heat it in a pan with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil or a splash of water to restore the creaminess of the sauce.
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FAQ
Can I prepare the cherry tomato cream in advance?
You can blend the cherry tomatoes with oil, salt, and garlic a few hours before and store them in the refrigerator until ready to use. This way, you will save time during preparation.
What type of pasta goes best with this recipe?
Short pasta like rigatoni, paccheri, or mezze maniche is ideal because it catches the cream and bits of fish and eggplants well. However, if you prefer, you can also use spaghetti or linguine for a more elegant version.
Can I substitute swordfish with another type of fish?
If you don’t have swordfish, you can use fresh tuna, salmon, or even cod in cubes. The result will still be flavorful.
