Pasta alla Norma
Pasta alla Norma is a classic Sicilian pasta dish where a few ingredients are allowed to shine. Tender and lightly caramelized eggplant is tossed with a rich tomato sauce, garlic, and fresh herbs before being combined with pasta and a generous sprinkle of cheese. The result is a simple, flavorful, and authentic dish with plenty of Mediterranean flair, perfect for both a weekday evening and when you want to serve something that feels a little extra special.
Posted on 6/7/2026
Servings
4
Total time
30 minutes
Servings
4
Total time
30 minutes
Ingredients
Instructions
Cut the eggplants into bite-sized pieces and fry them over high heat in olive oil until they turn golden. Remove them from the pan.
Chop the garlic and sauté it well in the pan.
Finely chop the tomatoes and add them to the pan with the peeled tomatoes, basil, sugar, salt, and pepper.
Let the tomato sauce thicken, then toss in the eggplants.
Cook the rigatoni al dente and mix it with the sauce.
Serve with freshly grated Parmagiano (Parmesan cheese) and fresh basil.
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