Description
A simple yet flavorful pasta dish featuring wild green garlic, rich brown butter, and a refreshing hint of lime.
Ingredients
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- 3/4 cup (90 g) dry pasta (any small shape)
- Water and salt for cooking the pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup (50 g) chopped wild garlic, greens and whites separated
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 lime, cut into halves
- 1-2 green chiles, minced (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced wild garlic whites and cook for 3-4 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and slightly softened.
- Add the butter to the pan and let it melt, cooking until it turns a light brown color, about 2-3 minutes. Be careful not to burn the butter.
- Stir in the wild garlic greens and cook for another 2 minutes until they are wilted and fragrant.
- If using, add the minced green chiles and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the cooked pasta to the pan and toss to coat with the garlic and brown butter mixture.
- Squeeze the lime halves over the pasta, tossing well to combine. Adjust seasoning with salt if needed.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional lime wedges if desired.
Notes
- Wild garlic can be substituted with regular garlic if unavailable.
- Adjust the amount of green chiles to your spice preference.
- This pasta is best served immediately but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Reheat gently to avoid overcooking the pasta.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 180
- Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 42
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 8
- Cholesterol: 30