Pasta with broccoli and capers

Cookinero 31 Oct 2022

A full-fledged meatless option, the sauce for this pasta is made with capers, chili, and garlic.

How to cook Pasta with broccoli and capers

Step 1

Pasta with broccoli and capers

Cut broccoli florets off the stem.

Step 2

Pasta with broccoli and capers

Put broccoli stalks, anchovies with oil, capers, garlic, chili in a blender bowl. Grind into a paste.

Step 3

Pasta with broccoli and capers

Boil macaroni until al dente in salted water. Drain in a colander, reserving some of the broth from cooking.

Step 4

Pasta with broccoli and capers

Pour oil into the pan and put the pasta from the blender. Add thyme leaves, a little boiling water. Cook by stirring.

Step 5

Pasta with broccoli and capers

Pour the broccoli florets into the pan. Cook 5-10 minutes. Add pasta, a little broth from cooking and a couple of handfuls of grated parmesan. Mix the paste well.

Step 6

Pasta with broccoli and capers

Put the pasta on a plate, drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with grated parmesan. Enjoy your meal!

Pasta with broccoli and capers - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes, if you don't like anchovies or don't have any, you can omit them. For a similar savory, umami flavor, try a teaspoon of soy sauce or a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little kick.
Simply omit the anchovies. You can add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of smoked paprika to enhance the flavor. Consider adding a tablespoon of nutritional yeast for a cheesy, umami taste.
Properly stored in an airtight container, leftover pasta with broccoli and capers will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Yes, you can freeze this dish, although the texture of the broccoli may change slightly. Allow the pasta to cool completely, then store it in an airtight, freezer-safe container. It's best consumed within 2-3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat thoroughly.
Yes, frozen broccoli florets can be used. Add them directly to the pan in Step 5. You may need to cook them slightly longer to ensure they are tender.
Feel free to experiment! Other vegetables that would work well include sauteed spinach, kale, roasted red peppers, or sun-dried tomatoes.
Pecorino Romano is a great substitute for Parmesan. Other hard, salty cheeses will also work. If you're avoiding dairy, nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor.
Increase the amount of chili flakes in Step 2, or add a pinch more when you add the broccoli florets.

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