Stanley Tucci Spaghetti Alla Nerano

This Spaghetti Alla Nerano is one of our favourite family recipes. In searching for Italy, Stanley Tucci said this recipe was life changing. What an endorsement for Spaghetti Alla Nerano.

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Course: Lunch, Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Diet: Vegetarian

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 30

Servings:

Calories: 2285kcal

Author: Nellie Kerrison | Relish Mama

Cost: 15

Equipment

1 Pasta pot
1 Strainer
1 large pan to deep fry
1 pan to bring the dish together

Ingredients

500 g spaghetti
750 ml of Cobram estate extra virgin olive oil see note
6 medium zucchini
1 cup fresh basil chopped
2 teaspoons of sea salt or to taste
40 ml of extra virgin olive oil additional- (plus more for drizzling)
180 g of finely grated parmesan (approx. 2 cups)

Instructions

Cook the pasta until al dente and reserve 2 cups pasta cooking liquid before draining.
Add the 750 ml extra virgin olive oil to a large pot or large frying pan or wok and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Fry the zucchini in the oil until golden brown, about 6-8 minutes. You will likely need to do this in a few batches. Very gently stir every so often to ensure the zucchini brown. When golden, remove with a slotted spoon and set aside on paper towel to drain.
Combine the basil and salt together and then add the fried zucchini & combine.
Add the cooked pasta to a large frying pan over medium low heat. Toss with the cooked zucchini,. Add the reserved pasta water, as needed, until the sauce reaches a creamy consistency.
Add the parmesan, and continue tossing, until the pasta is coated in the parmesan and zucchini and the sauce is nice and creamy. Season to taste, with additional salt.
Drizzle with additional olive oil and freshly cracked black pepper with additional parmesan on the side.

Notes

Note - Extra virgin olive oil can be used for deep frying and is the only oil that contains 100% antioxidants. Please note that you can strain the oil once it has cooled down and store it in a clean jar or bottle for another use. This makes this dish more economical and environmentally friendly.

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