Pasta with Anchovies, Currants, Fennel, and Pine Nuts

Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
66%
Pasta with Anchovies, Currants, Fennel, and Pine Nuts
35 min.
4
602kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Pasta with Anchovies, Currants, Fennel, and Pine Nuts. This dish is not only a feast for the senses but also a celebration of vibrant flavors and textures. Imagine the savory umami of anchovies perfectly complemented by the sweetness of dried currants and the aromatic crunch of pine nuts. The fresh fennel adds a unique anise-like flavor that elevates the dish, making it a standout choice for any meal.

Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is perfect for those busy weeknights or leisurely weekend lunches. With a health score of 66, it’s a guilt-free indulgence that’s dairy-free and packed with nutrients. Each serving contains 602 calories, making it a satisfying option for a main course or a side dish. The combination of fresh ingredients and simple preparation ensures that you can enjoy a wholesome meal without spending hours in the kitchen.

Whether you’re looking to impress guests at a dinner party or simply want to treat yourself to something special, this pasta dish is sure to please. The balance of flavors, from the rich olive oil to the zesty tomatoes, creates a harmonious blend that will leave you craving more. So gather your ingredients and get ready to savor a dish that’s as healthy as it is delicious!

Ingredients

  • fillet anchovy 
  • cup breadcrumbs fresh toasted
  • 0.3 cup currants dried
  • large fennel bulb fresh trimmed halved very thinly sliced
  • 0.5 cup olive oil extra-virgin
  • large onion very thinly sliced
  • 0.3 cup pinenuts 
  •  plum tomatoes chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper dried red crushed
  • 0.3 teaspoon saffron threads 
  • 0.8 pound perciatelli thick ( hollow spaghetti)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • pot

Directions

  1. Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add anchovies; mash with back of fork.
  3. Add onion, fennel, and red pepper. Sauté vegetables until tender, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add tomatoes, pine nuts, and currants. Reduce heat to low and cook 5 minutes to blend flavors; season with salt and pepper.
  5. Meanwhile, cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite.
  6. Drain pasta, reserving 1 cup cooking liquid.
  7. Add saffron to reserved liquid and stir to dissolve. Return pasta and saffron water to pot.
  8. Add tomato mixture; toss over low heat until sauce coats pasta.
  9. Mix in breadcrumbs and transfer to bowl.
  10. For fresh breadcrumbs, grind pieces of crustles French bread in processor to coarse crumbs. Then toast on rimmed baking sheet in 350°F oven until golden, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories602kcal
Protein12.65%
Fat21.52%
Carbs65.83%

Properties

Glycemic Index
61.75
Glycemic Load
29.36
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
25.34826061%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.63mg
Naringenin
0.21mg
Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.04mg
Isorhamnetin
1.88mg
Kaempferol
0.28mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
7.93mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:602.37kcal
30.12%
Fat:14.53g
22.35%
Saturated Fat:1.91g
11.93%
Carbohydrates:100.02g
33.34%
Net Carbohydrates:92.51g
33.64%
Sugar:14.57g
16.19%
Cholesterol:4.8mg
1.6%
Sodium:250.74mg
10.9%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:19.22g
38.43%
Manganese:2.02mg
100.89%
Selenium:64.22µg
91.74%
Vitamin K:49.44µg
47.09%
Phosphorus:324.59mg
32.46%
Fiber:7.51g
30.05%
Vitamin B1:0.42mg
28.14%
Vitamin B3:5.49mg
27.46%
Copper:0.54mg
27.13%
Magnesium:101.69mg
25.42%
Iron:3.95mg
21.93%
Potassium:766.53mg
21.9%
Folate:76.3µg
19.07%
Vitamin C:14.54mg
17.62%
Zinc:2.54mg
16.96%
Vitamin E:2.3mg
15.32%
Vitamin B6:0.3mg
14.97%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.6%
Calcium:129.16mg
12.92%
Vitamin B5:0.81mg
8.08%
Vitamin A:387.48IU
7.75%
Vitamin B12:0.14µg
2.4%
Source:Epicurious