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Fregola with caramelised tomato and rocket

Australian Gourmet Traveller side dish recipe for fregola with caramelised tomato and rocket.
Fregola with caramelised tomato and rocket

Fregola with caramelised tomato and rocket

William Meppem
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Fregola is a semolina pasta with a texture somewhat akin to that of couscous – don’t overcook it or it will become soggy. If you can’t find fregola, a short pasta such as risoni or a grain such as freekah will work well.

Ingredients

Method

Main

1.Cook pasta in boiling salted water until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain, refresh under cold running water, then drain well until almost dry. Transfer to a large bowl with 125ml olive oil, lemon juice and rind, onion and garlic. Season to taste and refrigerate, stirring occasionally until chilled (1-2 hours).
2. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 250C. Scatter tomatoes in a single layer on an oven tray, drizzle with remaining oil and roast until caramelised (10-15 minutes). Cool, then combine in a large bowl with remaining ingredients, toss to combine and serve cold.

Note Fregola is available from select delicatessens and Italian grocers. Chevrette is a semi-hard cheese available from select delicatessens. If unavailable, substitute another semi-hard goat’s milk cheese.

Drink Suggestion: Grenache rosé. Drink suggestion by Max Allen

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