Description
Indulge in the creamy delight of Spaghetti Alla Nerano, a classic Italian dish that effortlessly marries fresh zucchini and rich Parmesan cheese. This quick yet sophisticated recipe takes just 30 minutes to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinner parties. The vibrant colors and aromatic flavors will impress your guests, while its simplicity ensures that even novice cooks can create a gourmet meal at home. Every bite is a celebration of Italian cuisine, highlighting the best ingredients for an unforgettable dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound spaghetti
- 6 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
- 2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup chopped fresh basil
- Kosher salt and extra virgin olive oil
- ½ quart sunflower oil (or vegetable oil) (2 cups)
Instructions
- Heat sunflower oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- Fry zucchini until golden brown (5-6 minutes). Drain on paper towels.
- Mix fried zucchini with basil and salt; drizzle with olive oil.
- Cook spaghetti until al dente; reserve 2 cups pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, combine pasta and zucchini mixture over medium-low heat, adding reserved pasta water for creaminess.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until well coated; season with salt if needed.
- Serve immediately, drizzled with olive oil and extra Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 80g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg