BROCCOLI-DILL PASTA
Bryant Terry, an Oakland, Calif., chef with two young daughters, developed this recipe to make eating broccoli a treat. It worked: Blanched and puréed with lemon, garlic and a little of what he calls "umami powder," the broccoli transforms into a deeply flavorful vegan spread that's also highly adaptable. Thin it with pasta water and toss it with hot noodles, as seen here, or scrape it into a bowl as a dip for crudités. Spread it onto a thick piece of toast and cover it with sliced radishes, dill and crunchy salt. Use some to drown a softly poached egg, drizzle with olive oil, and eat with a spoon, or to dress warm white beans, then shower them with black pepper and grated cheese. Whatever you do, don't skip rinsing the broccoli with cold water after you blanch it; the step keeps the spread a vibrant green.
Provided by Tejal Rao
Categories dinner, easy, weeknight, pastas, sauces and gravies, vegetables, main course
Time 30m
Yield 2 to 4 servings, plus extra umami powder
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat.
- Prepare the umami powder: Grind the porcini in a spice grinder until pulverized, then transfer to a food processor. Add the remaining ingredients to the food processor and pulse until the mixture is broken down into a fine meal. Transfer to a jar or lidded container. (Makes about 1 1/4 cups.)
- Prepare the pasta: Season the boiling water with salt, then add the broccoli and cook until tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove the broccoli, then rinse with cold water and gently pat dry with a clean kitchen towel. Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook until tender.
- While the pasta cooks, prepare the sauce: In the same food processor (no need to wash it out), combine the cooked broccoli, dill, garlic and 1/3 cup umami powder; process until finely chopped. With the machine running, slowly pour in the oil. Scrape down the sides of the food processor with a spatula, and blend again, then season to taste with salt, pepper and lemon juice.
- Reserve 1/2 cup pasta cooking water and drain the cooked pasta. Return the pasta to the pot, and toss with broccoli sauce, thinning with a splash of the reserved pasta water if needed to help coat the pasta. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Garnish with a sprinkle of umami powder and fresh dill.
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Haseeb Ali
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of broccoli, but I really enjoyed this dish. The dill really helped to balance out the flavor of the broccoli. I'll definitely be making this again.
Amaria Roberson
[email protected]This pasta dish is a great vegetarian option. It's packed with vegetables and has a delicious flavor. I highly recommend it for anyone looking for a healthy and tasty pasta dish.
Rana ZainArif
[email protected]I love the addition of dill to this pasta dish. It gives it a unique and refreshing flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.
Musobya abdu
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up leftover broccoli. I always have broccoli in my fridge, so this is a great way to use it up before it goes bad.
Salman Saleem
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and easy pasta recipes, and this one fits the bill perfectly. It's simple to make and always turns out delicious. I highly recommend it!
Valentine Baloyi
[email protected]This pasta dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the broccoli and dill, and they even asked for seconds.
AYA Gaming A G
[email protected]I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I will definitely be making this again for future gatherings.
mehari weldekidan
[email protected]This is one of my favorite pasta dishes. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love the combination of broccoli, dill, and Parmesan cheese.
Aqib Ali Qumbrani
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of broccoli, but this dish changed my mind. The dill really brought out the flavor of the broccoli and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again!
Matthew Harley
[email protected]This broccoli dill pasta was a hit with my family! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the pasta was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.