PASTA WITH FRIED LEMONS AND AND CHILI FLAKES RECIPE - (4.3/5)
Provided by Gail Poll
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Finely zest 2 of the lemons and set aside. Trim the tops and bottoms off the other 2 lemons and cut lengthwise into quarters; remove seeds. Thinly slice the quarters crosswise into triangles. Blanch the lemon pieces in the boiling water for 2 minutes, then transfer with a slotted spoon to a dish towel. Blot dry. In the boiling water, add pasta and cook until just barely al dente. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over high heat. Add the dried lemon pieces and season with a pinch each of salt and sugar. Cook until the lemons are caramelized and browned at the edges, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate. Melt the butter with the remaining oil in the pan over medium heat. Add the chile flakes and zest of both lemons; cook until fragrant. Whisk in the reserved pasta water. Toss in pasta, juice of 1 lemon, cheese, pepper and the remaining salt. Cook until pasta is well coated with sauce. Toss in the caramelized lemon and the celery leaves and parsley if using. Taste and add lemon juice if needed. Serve, topped with a drizzle of oil, more cheese if you like, and a sprinkle of sea salt.
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Shakil Shakil
s.s@yahoo.comThis is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
Md Estiyak
e_m@hotmail.comI'm not a big fan of lemon, but I still liked this dish. The fried lemons added a nice citrusy flavor without being overpowering.
Sarah Field
field_sarah83@yahoo.comThis recipe is a great starting point for creating your own variations. I added some sun-dried tomatoes and artichoke hearts to mine.
Shanique Anderson
sa@gmail.comI didn't have any chili flakes on hand, so I used crushed red pepper instead. It worked just as well.
Sardar Gulshaheen
g_s@gmail.comI used a different type of pasta than the one called for in the recipe, and it turned out just as well.
md hasan midia
h@yahoo.comI'm not a fan of parsley, so I omitted it from the recipe. The dish was still delicious without it.
Asram Charagh
c-asram13@yahoo.comThis dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken or shrimp. I added some grilled chicken to mine and it was delicious.
Mulazim Hussain
hussain-m18@gmail.comI'm always looking for new ways to cook pasta, and this recipe definitely fit the bill. It's a great way to change up your pasta routine.
Tilahun Yalew
tilahunyalew@yahoo.comI made this dish for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.
Liaqat Manj
m_l22@gmail.comThis recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the fried lemons, and they didn't even notice the spinach.
Lori Cogbill
l.c@yahoo.comI'm not a huge fan of spicy food, but I still enjoyed this dish. The lemon flavor really helped to balance out the heat from the chili flakes.
Kemonii Morris
kemonii-morris13@aol.comThis dish is a great example of how simple ingredients can come together to create something truly special. I highly recommend it!
Jimmie Ransom
j_ransom@aol.comI'm always looking for new pasta recipes, and this one definitely didn't disappoint. The fried lemons and chili flakes added a nice touch of spice and zest.
Ibrahim Jailan
i_j21@gmail.comThis pasta dish is a great way to use up leftover lemons. I had a few lemons that were about to go bad, so I decided to try this recipe. I'm so glad I did!
Dil H
d-h76@gmail.comI love how this dish is both simple and sophisticated. It's perfect for a special occasion or a casual weeknight meal.
Jake Delmoro
delmoro_j2@hotmail.comThis recipe is a keeper! It's going into my regular rotation of weeknight dinners.
Alisha Zainab
alisha_zainab@yahoo.comI followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The pasta was al dente, the sauce was flavorful, and the fried lemons were the perfect finishing touch.
Zaylow Mandrel
z-mandrel@gmail.comThis dish was easy to make and packed with flavor. I especially loved the crispy lemon slices, which added a nice textural contrast to the soft pasta.
shafiq Talpur
shafiq_t81@gmail.comI'm not usually a fan of lemon in savory dishes, but this recipe changed my mind. The fried lemons added a unique and tangy flavor that perfectly balanced the spiciness of the chili flakes.
Newton Noeba
nn@hotmail.comThis pasta dish was an absolute delight! The combination of fried lemons, chili flakes, and parsley created a symphony of flavors that tantalized my taste buds.