Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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3
servings
2 cup

Pasta

cooked

2 tsp

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

7 cloves

Garlic

small

5 unit

Tomatoes

blanched and pureed

2 cup

Water

2 tsp

Corn flour

mixed with 2 tbsp water

1 handful

Basil leaves

finely chopped

1 tsp

Italian seasoning

1 tsp

Red Chilli flakes

0.25 cup

Mozzarella cheese

grated

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

5 slice

Whole Wheat Brown Bread

1 tbsp

Butter

salted

7 cloves

Garlic

crushed

0.5 cup

Mozzarella cheese

grated

0.5 tsp

Red Chilli flakes

1 tsp

Italian seasoning

2 unit

Potatoes

cut into fingers and blanched

1 unit

Onion

diced

1 unit

Carrot

diced and blanched

1 unit

Tomato

deseeded and diced

0.5 unit

Cauliflower

cut into florets and blanched

0.25 cup

Sweet corn

blanched

6 unit

Green beans

cut into 3

0.5 cup

Bell Peppers

diced

2 tsp

Sunflower Oil

0.5 tsp

Black pepper powder

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

6 unit

Cabbage

soaked in cold water

1 tsp

Butter

Step 1
~3 min

Heat a wide pan with oil and roast the potatoes and other vegetables separately, adding salt and pepper.

Step 2
~3 min

Roast until slightly crisp on the outside and soft inside, then set aside.

Step 3
~3 min

Heat a wide pan over low flame and add garlic.

Step 4
~3 min

Fry for 1-2 minutes until light brown, then add pureed tomatoes and salt.

Step 5
~3 min

Simmer for 4-5 minutes.

Step 6
~3 min

Add water and the corn flour mixture.

Step 7
~3 min

Cook until the sauce thickens.

Step 8
~3 min

Pour half of the sauce into the cooked pasta and mix well, then set aside.

Step 9
~3 min

Reserve the other half of the sauce for serving.

Step 10
~3 min

Crush garlic and mix with butter and Italian herbs.

Step 11
~3 min

Spread the garlic butter on one side of each bread slice.

Step 12
~3 min

Heat a skillet with butter and place the bread for toasting on low flame.

Step 13
~3 min

Sprinkle cheese on top of the bread.

Step 14
~3 min

Close the pan for 1 minute, or until the cheese melts.

Step 15
~3 min

Remove the garlic bread and set aside.

Step 16
~3 min

Grease the sizzler pan with butter and line it with cabbage leaves.

Step 17
~3 min

Place the pan on the gas stove over low heat.

Step 18
~3 min

Arrange the roasted vegetables and pasta in the sizzling pan.

Step 19
~3 min

Heat the remaining pasta sauce and pour it over the pasta.

Step 20
~3 min

Add a 1/2 teaspoon of melted butter on the sides of the pan.

Step 21
~3 min

Add the garlic bread to the pan.

Step 22
~3 min

Carefully lift the sizzler pan and place it on the wooden board.

Step 23
~3 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Roast vegetables until slightly caramelized for enhanced flavor.

Adjust the amount of red chili flakes to control the spiciness.

Ensure the sizzler pan is very hot before adding the sauce for maximum sizzle.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The roasted vegetables and pasta sauce can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve immediately while sizzling hot.

Offer a side of grated Parmesan cheese.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic Bread
Caprese Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

Pasta is a staple in Italian cuisine, and sizzlers are a popular way to serve food theatrically.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Family Gatherings
Birthday Parties

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Special Occasion
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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