Nigella Nduja Pasta Recipe

Nigella Nduja Pasta Recipe is made with olive oil, red onion, nduja, passata, and butter. This hearty dish requires a total time of around 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 peoples.

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🧡 Why You’ll Love This Nduja Pasta Recipe:

Flavor Explosion: With the spicy kick of nduja paste, the rich depth of passata, and the sweetness of caramelized onion, this pasta dish is bursting with flavor in every bite.
Quick and Easy: Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you need a satisfying meal on the table fast without sacrificing taste.
Versatile: You can customize this dish to suit your taste preferences by adjusting the level of spiciness, adding extra veggies, or swapping out the pasta for your favorite alternative.
Satisfying Comfort Food: There’s something undeniably comforting about a big bowl of pasta, and this Nigella Nduja Pasta hits all the right notes, leaving you feeling warm, cozy, and completely satisfied

❓ What Is Nigella Nduja Pasta Recipe Recipe?

Nigella Nduja Pasta Recipe is a delightful Italian dish crafted from a blend of flavorful ingredients. Its heart lies in the spicy nduja paste, harmonizing with the richness of passata and the sweetness of caramelized onion.

🧅 Nigella Nduja Pasta Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
½ red onion, finely chopped
2 – 2/12 tablespoons nduja
1 ½ cups tomato passata
¾ teaspoon sugar
50g butter, cubed
Salt and pepper to taste
Pasta of your choice

🥘How To Make Nigella Nduja Pasta

Boil some salt water in a pot and add your pasta.
In a big skillet over medium-low heat, slowly cook the onion for three to four minutes, until it becomes soft.
After you add the nduja paste, cook for about 30 seconds or until it melts into the onions. A flat whisk is what I use to mix.
Turn down the heat if you need to and add the passata. Bring to a very gentle boil.
Put in the sugar, salt, and pepper to taste.
Put in ½ cup of pasta water and cook the sauce slowly for 4 to 5 minutes.
Put in the butter cubes and let them melt into the sauce.
Put the cooked pasta right in and let it bubble away for a minute or two. If it gets too thick, add more pasta water.
If you want, you can serve it with panko crumbs, newly grated Parmesan, and some fresh basil leaves.

💭 Recipe Tips:

Adjust Spiciness: Taste the nduja paste before adding to gauge its heat level. If too spicy, use less or dilute with tomato sauce. Conversely, if you love heat, add more for extra kick.
Control Thickness: Monitor sauce thickness during cooking. If it becomes too thick, add pasta water gradually to achieve desired consistency.
Balance Flavors: Ensure a balance of flavors by tasting and adjusting seasoning as needed. Add salt, pepper, or a touch of sugar to enhance the taste profile.
Experiment with Pasta Shapes: While traditional shapes like penne or rigatoni work well, don’t be afraid to try different pasta varieties to see what you prefer.
Fresh Ingredients: Opt for fresh, high-quality ingredients, especially the nduja paste and passata, to elevate the overall taste of the dish.

🥗 What To Serve With Nduja Pasta?

Serve Nduja Pasta with a side of crusty bread for mopping up the delicious sauce add a simple green salad dressed with olive oil and lemon for a complete meal.

🎚 How To Store Leftovers Nduja Pasta?

Refrigerator: To store leftovers nduja pasta to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Freezer: To freeze leftovers nduja pasta into freezer-safe bags or containers removing excess air and freeze for up to 3 months.

🥵 How To Reheat Leftovers Nduja Pasta?

On The Stovetop: Reheat leftovers nduja pastaa in a skillet over low heat adding a splash of water or broth to prevent drying out for up 3-5 minutes.
In The Microwave: Microwave leftovers nduja pasta in short intervals stirring in between for up 2-4 minutes to ensure even heating without overcooking.
In The Oven: Place leftovers nduja pasta in an oven-safe dish cover with foil and heat at 350°F (175°C) for up 3-4 minutes until heated through.

FAQ’S

Is Nduja Pasta Suitable For Vegetarians?

No, Nduja Pasta typically contains nduja paste, a spreadable pork salami, making it unsuitable for vegetarians.

How Can I Make Nduja Pasta Creamier?

You can make Nduja Pasta creamier by adding a splash of heavy cream or a dollop of mascarpone cheese to the sauce while cooking.

How Do I Prevent Nduja Pasta From Becoming Too Dry?

To prevent Nduja Pasta from becoming too dry, ensure the sauce has enough moisture by adding reserved pasta water or additional passata as needed during cooking.

What Type Of Pasta Works Best For Nduja Pasta?

Short, sturdy pasta shapes like penne, rigatoni, or fusilli work best for Nduja Pasta, as they can hold the hearty sauce well.

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