Description
Raviolis With Creamy Harissa Sauce is a rich and spicy dish that combines tender ravioli filled with cheese or your preferred filling, all coated in a smooth, smoky harissa cream sauce. This comforting and flavorful meal is perfect for a cozy night in or impressing guests at a special gathering, balancing warmth, zest, and elegance effortlessly.
Ingredients
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Ravioli
- Fresh or store-bought ravioli (cheese, spinach, mushroom, or preferred filling) – about 12 oz to 1 lb
Sauce
- Harissa paste – 2 tablespoons (adjust to taste)
- Heavy cream – 1 cup
- Garlic – 2 cloves, minced
- Olive oil – 2 tablespoons
- Salt – to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper – to taste
Garnish
- Fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, or basil), chopped – 2 tablespoons
- Extra olive oil or additional harissa paste (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Ravioli: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and gently drop in the ravioli. Cook according to package instructions or until they float to the surface, usually 3 to 5 minutes. Drain carefully, reserving a bit of the pasta water for the sauce.
- Prepare the Harissa Cream Sauce: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the minced garlic until fragrant but not browned, about 1 minute. Stir in the harissa paste and cook briefly to release its aromas. Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring constantly. Let the sauce simmer gently until it thickens slightly, about 3 to 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked ravioli to the skillet and toss gently to coat each piece evenly. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add reserved pasta water to achieve the desired consistency. Keep warm.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh herbs over the ravioli and drizzle with extra olive oil or harissa paste if desired. Serve immediately for the best creamy and spicy flavor.
Notes
- Fresh ravioli offers the best texture and flavor; frozen works well if fresh isn’t available.
- Do not overcook ravioli; keep them al dente to avoid mushiness when combined with the sauce.
- Adjust the spice level by starting with less harissa and adding more gradually.
- Reserve some pasta water to help thin and bind the sauce to the ravioli perfectly.
- Serve immediately to maintain the creamy texture and firm pasta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg