Savor the rich flavors of Istrian cuisine with this delectable Pljukanci pasta dish. Combining tender chicken, forest mushrooms, and the earthy aroma of truffles, this recipe is finished with a creamy Grana Padano sauce that promises a luxurious dining experience. Perfect for a main course, this dish embraces the authentic tastes of Croatia’s Istrian region.
Ingredients
🍗 120g chicken, cut into small pieces
🍝 120g Istrian Pljukanci
🍄 70g forest mushrooms, dried or rehydrated
🫒 3 tablespoons olive oil, for sautéing
🧀 40g Grana Padano cheese, grated
🥛 30ml cooking cream
🧂 Salt
🌶️ Freshly ground pepper
🌰 15g truffle paste (tartufata)
🌿 A small pinch of dried herbs, possibly dill (kopar) or a general herb mix
🧄 50-70ml vegetable broth, for deglazing
🌿 Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
1- Prep the Ingredients:
- Dice the chicken into small pieces.
- Grate the Grana Padano cheese.
- Chop the fresh parsley and set aside for garnish.
2- Cook the Chicken and Mushroom Sauce:
- Heat the olive oil in a stainless steel saucepan on the induction cooktop.
- Add the chicken pieces and sauté until they are lightly browned and opaque.
- Season the chicken with freshly ground pepper.
- Add the forest mushrooms to the pan, continuing to sauté alongside the chicken.
- Sprinkle in a pinch of dried herbs to enhance the aroma.
- Deglaze the pan with vegetable broth, stirring to allow it to reduce slightly.
- Stir in the cooking cream to create a creamy sauce base.
- Incorporate the truffle paste gently, ensuring its strong flavors blend well.
- Season the sauce with salt.
3- Finish the Sauce:
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and mix in half of the grated Grana Padano cheese. Stir until smooth and creamy.
4- Cook the Pljukanci:
- In a separate large pot, bring water to a boil and add a splash of olive oil and a pinch of salt.
- Cook the Istrian Pljukanci for approximately 7-8 minutes, or until al dente.
- Drain the Pljukanci using a pasta strainer, then add them directly to the sauce in the saucepan.
5- Combine and Serve:
- Return the saucepan to the heat briefly, stirring to combine the pasta and sauce thoroughly.
- Remove from the heat and add the remaining grated Grana Padano cheese, ensuring it melts into the sauce evenly.
- Transfer the finished Pljukanci to a serving bowl and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 2
Equipment: Induction Cooktop, Stainless steel saucepan, Large stainless steel pot, White silicone spatula, Wooden pepper mill, Stainless steel oil dispenser, Stainless steel pasta strainer insert, Black serving bowl, Various white ingredient bowls
Cooking Tips
- Stir the truffle paste gently due to its strong aroma.
- Add Grana Padano cheese off the heat to get a smooth, creamy sauce without clumping.
- A bit of olive oil in boiling pasta water helps prevent pasta from sticking.
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Pljukanci with Chicken and Truffles
