Christmas
Paccheri with Swordfish Ragu
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Denise G.
May 6, 2017
This recipe is perfect! The only change I make is to use fresh tomatoes when they are in season. A favorite for sure!
Jon
March 2, 2017
How crucial are the anchovies to the dish? Do they give it a particularly fishy flavor?
Josh C.
March 3, 2017
Hi Jon,
The anchovy in this recipe add a background umami flavor. It adds a little salt, a savory taste, and a touch of fish flavor. Often times, when anchovy gets added to a dish in this way, it not easily detectable (like the anchovy in a caesar salad dressing). The anchovies aren't "crucial" to the dish, but I think they add an extra layer of enjoyable savory flavor.
The anchovy in this recipe add a background umami flavor. It adds a little salt, a savory taste, and a touch of fish flavor. Often times, when anchovy gets added to a dish in this way, it not easily detectable (like the anchovy in a caesar salad dressing). The anchovies aren't "crucial" to the dish, but I think they add an extra layer of enjoyable savory flavor.
Marsha
February 25, 2016
The dish was one I will definitely make again. The only edit is in the amount of oregano and chili flakes. Surely, the author did not mean a whole bunch of oregano ! Chili flakes to taste is assumed as well. The swordfish cooks beautifully and stays moist and flavorful. Oh , and I added some parm reggiano when served.
Josh C.
February 25, 2016
Hi Marsha,
Thanks for the feedback. I changed the wording on the fresh oregano, hopefully it is clearer now.
Thanks for the feedback. I changed the wording on the fresh oregano, hopefully it is clearer now.
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