Smoky trout, naartjie, and chargrilled Tenderstem broccoli pasta

Forget your go-to mac and cheese or classic spaghetti bolognese – this pasta is here to shake things up! Smoky trout, zesty naartjie, and charred Tenderstem broccoli come together for a bold, unexpected fusion of flavours that’ll make ordinary pasta nights a thing of the past. Recipe compliments of chef Toerie van der Merwe from Njam Eatery.

Ingredients

• 100g pasta, of your choice
• 80g smoked trout, diced into 3 cm squares
• 4-5 Tenderstem broccoli, cut in half
• 20g white onion, thinly slice
• 10g fennel bulb, thinly sliced
• 75ml white wine
• 150g cream
• 5 leaves fresh basil, thinly sliced
• 1 tsp naartjie zest
• 20g parmesan, shaved
• Salt & pepper,  to taste

Method

1. Bring water for pasta to boil.
2. Grill the Tenderstem broccoli in a charcoal oven, or on a braai, until al dente. (Otherwise fry in a pan with some oil till al dente).
3. Fry the onion till soft, then add the fennel and fry till soft.
4. Add the wine, reduce.
5. Add cream, reduce
6. When the cream gets thicker, remove from the stove
7. Add salt and pepper to taste
8. Drop pasta in water and cook till al dente, approx. 8 minutes, then drain.
9. Add pasta to cream sauce, then add diced trout and Tenderstem broccoli to the cream sauce.
10. Heat up slightly, but do not overcook the trout.
11. Serve in a pasta bowl.
12. Garnish with naartjie zest, basil and shaved parmesan cheese.

About Tenderstem

Tenderstem, the sweet, crunchy, and vibrant broccoli that’s winning hearts in kitchens nationwide, is proud to announce the launch of its exciting new campaign, Tender Conversations. This innovative campaign is set to bridge the gap between chefs and their culinary creations, bringing the spotlight onto the versatility and deliciousness of Tenderstem broccoli.

Between now and January, the Tenderstem Chefs Campaign will host a series of engaging and informal discussions where renowned chefs will share their passion for Tenderstem broccoli. Through live recipe showcases and insightful conversations, these culinary experts will reveal how they incorporate this vibrant veg into their dishes, making everyday meals extraordinary. The best part is you can taste these delicious creations from the chefs’ restaurants or even try to create your own in your home with Tenderstem broccoli.

For more information about Tenderstem broccoli and the Chefs Campaign, please visit www.tenderstem.co.za. Find Tenderstem broccoli in Woolworths stores and let it inspire your culinary creations