Lemon ricotta with spicy pine nuts is one of the most delightful dishes out there. The tender and pillowy malfatti, made with ricotta and fresh lemon zest, melts in your mouth, while the toasted spicy pine nuts add a satisfying crunch and heat. Here’s everything you need to know about preparing this tasty dish.

What exactly is malfatti?

Malfatti is an Italian word that literally translates to “badly shaped.” Despite its name, this dish is anything but bad. Malfatti is a type of pasta that is made by mixing spinach with ricotta cheese and flour. The mixture is then rolled into small balls and cooked in boiling water just like any other pasta. The result is a light and pillowy dumpling-like pasta that is perfect for sauces and broths.

Preparing the malfatti

To make the malfatti, you’ll need fresh spinach, ricotta cheese, all-purpose flour, grated Parmesan cheese, egg yolks, salt, and lemon zest. First, wash the spinach and place it in a skillet with a little bit of olive oil. Cook the spinach until it wilts and then squeeze out any excess water. Chop the spinach finely and set it aside in a large bowl.

In the same bowl, add the ricotta cheese, egg yolks, Parmesan cheese, salt, and lemon zest. Mix everything together well. Add flour to the mixture and mix until it forms a soft dough. Take spoonfuls of the dough and roll it into small balls. Do not overwork the dough, as it can become tough. Once the balls are rolled out, drop them in a pot of boiling salted water. Cook for about 3-4 minutes or until the malfatti rises to the surface. Remove the cooked malfatti from the pot using a slotted spoon and set aside.

The spicy pine nuts

To make the spicy pine nuts, you’ll need pine nuts, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, honey, and salt. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the pine nuts to the skillet and toast them until they turn golden brown. Once they are toasted, add the smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, honey, and salt. Mix everything together well and let the nuts cool.

Serving the dish

Once everything is cooked, it’s time to serve the dish. Place the cooked malfatti in a bowl and spoon over your favorite tomato or alfredo sauce. Top it off with the spicy pine nuts and serve immediately.

In conclusion, lemon ricotta malfatti with spicy pine nuts is a simple and dish that will impress anyone who tastes it. It’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. Give this a try and taste the magic of Italian cuisine!

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