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Stanley Tucci’s Zucchini Pasta

Stanley Tucci's Zucchini Pasta: A Creamy Italian Delight

Stanley Tucci’s Zucchini Pasta is a creamy Italian delight that transforms simple ingredients into a rich and flavorful vegetarian dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Refrigeration Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Frying
  • 1 cup Sunflower Oil A high-smoke point oil perfect for frying.
For the Pasta
  • 3 cups Zucchini Can be substituted with yellow squash or other thin-skinned squashes.
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt Enhances flavors; use to taste.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Extra virgin provides rich flavor.
  • 12 oz Spaghetti (or Linguine) Cook until al dente.
  • 1 tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper Adjust according to preference.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated melts beautifully.
  • 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter Enriches the sauce.
For Garnish
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves Substitute with parsley or other herbs if desired.

Equipment

  • Heavy Pot
  • Skillet
  • thermometer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by heating sunflower oil in a heavy pot to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Carefully slice the zucchini into thin rounds about 1/4 inch thick.
  3. Fry the slices in batches for 5 to 7 minutes until golden brown, then drain on paper towels and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  4. While the zucchini chills, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.
  5. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add chilled zucchini with 2 ladles of reserved pasta water, and season to taste.
  6. Add drained spaghetti to the skillet, toss to coat, then mix in Parmesan and butter, adding more reserved pasta water as needed.
  7. Plate and garnish with additional Parmesan and basil leaves, serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Refrigerating fried zucchini for at least 30 minutes enhances flavor and maintains crispiness.

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