Italian Baccala Linguine Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
440 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Italian Baccala Linguine Recipe
Description
This recipe prepares the baccalà by soaking it ahead of time to remove excess salt, then cooking it gently in olive oil with garlic and halved grape tomatoes. The ingredients simmer for around 10 to 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the fish to become tender. Fresh basil leaves and Italian parsley provide herbal brightness, while the sliced black olives contribute briny complexity. A pinch of hot pepper flakes adds subtle heat without overpowering the dish.
Once the linguine is cooked al dente, it is combined with the flavorful baccalà mixture and a bit of reserved pasta water to help bind the sauce. The final dish can be served immediately, offering a harmonious balance of textures with flaky fish, juicy tomatoes, tender pasta, and briny olives.
Ingredients
- 7 ounces baccalà (pre soaked not dried)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 30 grape tomatoes (halved)
- 1 - 2 cloves garlic
- 5 leaves basil fresh
- 2 - 3 tablespoons Italian parsley fresh, chopped
- pinch hot pepper flakes (more or less if desired)
- 10 black olives (more or less sliced)
- 3 cups pasta cooked
Instructions
- In a large pot of salted water cook the pasta al dente.
- In a large skillet (10 inches / 25 centimeters) add the olive oil, garlic and tomatoes cook for approximately 10 minutes.
- Then add the bite size cut up baccala, and the spices, gently combine and cook for approximately 10 - 15 minutes or until tender and cooked.
- Add the cooked pasta and sliced olives, half a ladle of pasta water and cook for 1-2 minutes, sprinkle with freshly chopped Italian parsley. Serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 440 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 440kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 32g | 11% |
| Protein | 37g | 74% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 75mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 3649mg | 152% |
| Potassium | 1064mg | 23% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 1205IU | 24% |
| Vitamin C | 19.2mg | 21% |
| Calcium | 103mg | 10% |
| Iron | 2.8mg | 16% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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