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Sicilian Penne with Swordfish and Eggplant
Recipe courtesy Giada De Laurentiis Show: Everyday Italian Episode: North and South Overall User Rating: 
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Yummy!
06/18/2008 at 03:01pm
User: Michele from Hubbardston, MA User Rating:
My husband and I really enjoyed this easy and delicious meal. Thanks for the recipe.
Great recipe!
04/20/2008 at 05:02pm
User: Tina from Springfield, VA User Rating:
Before I made this dish I read the reviews. I made a few changes, worried that the dish would not have enough flavor. I cooked the egglant for much longer than 5 minutes (they were not Japanese eggplants). What resulted is that I had some yummy bits and pieces (flavor!) that I scraped up when taking the eggplant out. I also roasted the tomatoes w/salt, pepper, onion & garlic powder, and oregano before putting it in the pan. I love capers so I added have a jar of those which gave the dish a nice punch. I used blue hake instead of sword fish and used the juice of one lime at the end. The dish would be just as great with no fish/meat at all. Thanks Giada!
Giada Continues to Amaze
04/08/2008 at 05:28am
User: David from Bernalillo, NM User Rating:
Sicilian Swordfish in New Mexico - who would have guessed? I'm a half-Italian, half-Hispanic American whose Italian roots stem from the Trapani and Naples regions. I made this dish as a surprise for my father (from whom I derive my half Italian-ness). His response took me by surprise. He started weeping. He told me the recipe reminded him of being a kid in Newark, NJ - eating Sunday dinner with the rest of his family. Those days - and most of the family members - are long gone. Our meal transformed from just a dinner into my father telling me stories about our family I'd never heard before. And yes, of course, we both thought it was delicious. We both love eggplant, swordfish and, well, every red-blooded Italian loves pasta. This time-tested recipe has been around for as long as it has for a reason. Thank you, Giada. David PS - My younger brother is currently studying in Spain and has introduced your version of Antipasto Salad to his host family and the international group of students at his school. It's a hit.
Just okay
02/26/2008 at 11:14am
User: Traci from Houston, TX User Rating:
I'm a big fan of Giada's and was really looking forward to making this dish after seeing it on TV. Unfortunately, it just turned out average. The swordfish was hard to find and expensive and the eggplant didn't add anything special. The overall flavor was nice though; it just wasn't spectacular.
Delicious
01/16/2008 at 09:44pm
User: Betsy from Palatine, IL User Rating:
My husband rated this as "Delicious". I don't eat eggplant so I wouldn't even try it. I'm allergic to seafood/fish, so I made it with chicken instead. It was my first time cooking with eggplant (and I'm a VERY experienced cook). My husband asked me to make it again next week - high praise!
Just okay
01/14/2008 at 09:37pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Normally I love her recipes, but this one was just okay. I substituted shrimp for swordfish because it was so expensive. The whole dish was pretty bland so I added extra seasonings and some lemon juice which did help. Even so, I don't think I'd make this again.
Penna and sword fish
01/08/2008 at 08:29pm
User: Bonnie from Anchorage, AK User Rating:
Wonderful Penna dish. SOooooo easy and SOooooooo Good!
MY FAVORITE RECIPE IN YEARS
01/05/2008 at 01:10pm
User: Gretchen from Littleton, CO User Rating:
I grill the swordfish and the eggplant then cube it and toss with the pasta. It's easier and adds some smoky grilled flavors. We all fight over the leftovers because it's better on Day 2 and 3-- not something you can usually say about fish dishes. (Can use regular eggplant if you sweat it first.)
Yummmmm
09/06/2007 at 01:25pm
User: Jen from Golden Valley, MN User Rating:
When I went to the store to buy the swordfish they squawked about it ("I'm not eating that!") so I backed off on the amount of swordfish, but I am sad I did because it was so darn good! Even though this recipe feeds a lot more than my family of four can eat we picked all the swordfish out and gobbled it up so the leftovers are sad. I agree with the lemon recommendation - just a light spritz will do but it brightens up the flavor. We also sprinkled freshly grated parmesan on it because we all love it. I put a shaker of red pepper flakes on the table too - Mom likes it spicy!!! Used yellow summer squash and zucchini instead of eggplant - again, personal preference and it adds great color. Also used whole wheat penne - which makes for a heartier noodle and easy way to sneak in some more good stuff for the kiddos. Giada - you rock, sister!!
Just add lemon
09/04/2007 at 12:58pm
User: Sharon from Steilacoom, WA User Rating:
This is a lovely recipe, very enjoyable, I've made it several times now, once with shrimp as a cold salad too! The one thing it's missing is a shot of lemon juice to perk it up. I also add lemon zest.
PERFECT
08/28/2007 at 08:31pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
EXCELLENT!!
bland
08/28/2007 at 07:56pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This looked great but mine turned out very bland, despite generous amounts of red pepper flakes and salt. Might have benefitted from the addition of olives or perhaps a drizzling of balsamic vinegar.
Delicioso
08/26/2007 at 12:16am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is easy and has a wonderfull flavor.
awesome
08/25/2007 at 09:38pm
User: shawn from santa rosa, CA User Rating:
this dish was so easy to make and it tastes wonderful. the presentation is awesome as well.
surprisingly delicious!!!
08/25/2007 at 08:51pm
User: cheri from Standish, CA User Rating:
First time for using eggplant. This dish was simple, elegant and so very tasty.
Very good
08/06/2007 at 01:06pm
User: Pajaree from Pocatello, ID User Rating:
I love pasta but not a fan of creamy thick sauce; therefore, this recipe works out great. Light but flavorful. I substitutes japanese eggplant with yellow squash and zuchini and just use grill chicken, instead of fish. Taste great!
It was okay.
08/01/2007 at 03:13pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
The recipe was easy to follow, just not my favorite to eat. It was okay. Swordfish was very fishy. The recipe was good, I guess we just arent big swordfish eaters.
Great Dish
06/28/2007 at 04:58pm
User: Jill from Rutland, VT User Rating:
This was awesome even my 6 & 8 year old loved it!!!!
nice idea
06/19/2007 at 07:51am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
It was very good. Something a little different to do with swordfish. I was getting tired of eating it grilled. I did however make the eggplant on the side because i am the only one in my family who eats it.
WOW!
06/01/2007 at 04:48pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
VERY EASY! LOTS OF FLAVOR!
Nice combination!
05/27/2007 at 09:20am
User: Eileen from Cary, NC User Rating:
My husband and I really enjoyed the lightness and freshness of this dish. I used suggestions from previous posts to add fresh rosemary and thyme with the last handful of parsley that goes in and it gave it that nice fresh herb flavor. My own twist was to add sliced baby bella mushrooms in with the sauteed eggplant and I think that helped to add nice flavor too. The other thing is just to watch the ratios as others mentioned. You don't want too much penne and I think I overdid the tomatoes a bit. But overall this was just what I expected and I will make it again.
A vacation at home!
05/20/2007 at 12:58pm
User: SHEILA from Orlando, FL User Rating:
Delicious Sicilian Meal. I added Rosemary and extra garlic. To the meal I included an appetizer of Roasted Garlic Soup with Pesto, Fresh Fennel Salad, and Ricotta Pudding with Raspberries. With mediterranean music sitting in the backyard you immediately sense Sicily!
Light summer fare that needs a boost
05/17/2007 at 08:59am
User: Teresa from Asheville, NC User Rating:
The meal struck me as a light summer fare, or a diet meal. Very simple to make but be creative and add some more flavor.
WELL...
05/07/2007 at 03:05pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I must say, shedding 200lbs isn't easy, but u made it so much easier, and fun, too!!! I'm gonna tell y'all straight up, I ate this meal everyday for 4 months, it wasnt easy, but I am determined!! It was really tasty and I liked it, sometimes to swith it up I would have some raspberry sorbet,but thats about it. Thanks Giada ur da best!
Delicious
04/30/2007 at 11:19am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Wow, this dish was amazing and very flavorful. I also added spinach and used whole wheat pasta and regular eggplant and Whole Foods Frozen Swordfish. I will definitely make this again, but without the swordfish. This is the first time I ever tried swordfish and do not like the flavor..Too fishy. I am giving this recipe 5 stars becuase of the amazing flavor of the dish
Good and easy
04/26/2007 at 01:41pm
User: Cathy from Tucker, GA User Rating:
The only thing about this recipe is that I have come to find that I don't like cherry tomatoes, but rather love plum tomatoes. I think changing that here would make the world of difference. No matter what, I love Giada's recipes.
Big Hit!
04/24/2007 at 04:06pm
User: KAEN from willow, NY User Rating:
I served this last week for some vegetarian friends, but substituted shrimp, sauteed with oil and more garlic, for the Swordfish. A also added salt during the cooking of the eggplant and a little more red pepper. All my guests asked for the recipe. It will be one of my regular party dishes. I loved it! Karen Mines Woodstock, NY
Sicilian Penne with Swordfish and Eggplant
04/22/2007 at 11:56pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
it's was horrible i would never make it again
Light and Delicious
04/17/2007 at 06:27pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This dish was delicious. If you are going for a delicious but light meal, this is the one. I added a little extra parsley and a little extra wine to give it some extra flavor, which worked out perfectly. The flavors of the sophisticated eggplant, tart cherry tomatoes, fresh parsley, pasta and tender swordfish blended together beautifully. It really made you feel like you were in Sicily, in a restaurant near the beach. Anyone who says that it wasn't excellent must have made it wrong, or simply doesn't enjoy this type of food. Thanks, Giada!
Try it!
04/16/2007 at 05:14pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Outstanding!
MakeThis Dish Come Alive
04/09/2007 at 05:34pm
User: CYNTHIA from Canton, GA User Rating:
I wanted a light meal for my Easter dinner, and I saw Giada prepare this dish on her program. I followed the recipe exactly and it was way too bland! I added two tablespoons of Classico's sun-dried tomato pesto and the dish came alive with flavor.
Thanks!!
04/09/2007 at 11:07am
User: Stephanie from Mclean, VA User Rating:
This was excellent. The eggplant really soaked the flavor, and the red pepper flakes gave it a subtle kick. Also made great leftovers the next day for a cold pasta salad. Swordfish was a bit pricey, $14.95/lb. however at a restaurant it would have been more expensive and less healthy.
Delicious twist on sauceless pasta
04/08/2007 at 09:12pm
User: Allison from Roswell, GA User Rating:
I really enjoyed this dish with a couple of changes. First as others who have reviewed this dish mentioned, I halved the pasta amount. Second, instead of flat leaf parsley I added a couple of tablespoons of fresh thyme in both places. The thyme really adds punch that is probably missing with flat leaf parsley. I will make this again.
has potential
04/08/2007 at 06:06pm
User: mary from cincinnati, OH User Rating:
Made this last night and well......I was a little under whelmed. I will make this again because the "bones" of the recipe is easy, healthy and has potential with a few changes. It needs more flavor...will add much more garlic and not add all the pasta. A critical mistake.....too much pasta took away the flavor from the dish. I used regular eggplant not those Japanese kind....that was no problem. I like the idea of chicken or even shrimp!!! Will try that next time.
bitter eggplant
04/07/2007 at 01:21pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This recipe is tasty and simple but the eggplant doesn't get cooked in 5 minutes. It absorbs all the oil and stays bitter. Will make it again without the eggplant.
A different dish...
04/05/2007 at 09:01pm
User: Carrie from Jacksonville, FL User Rating:
My boyfriend and I thought this meal was so-so. It was a bit expensive to make and it needed more flavor. Maybe more garlic or something. I love swordfish and eggplant, so I thought I would love the combo. It was a different way to have penne, but not my favorite.
Sicilian Penne wiht Swordfish and Eggplant
04/04/2007 at 02:01pm
User: Julie from Weirton, WV User Rating:
I made this for my family. I used chicken in place to the fish. It was outstanding!!! Easy!!!!! I felt like I had made it at a fancy Ital. Rest.
A Great, Light Meal!
04/04/2007 at 12:43pm
User: CHRIS from Millersville, MD User Rating:
I made this last night and used halibut instead of swordfish. I know they're different in texture and firmness but that's what I had. It was very good. The recipe doesn't say to add salt when cooking the eggplant, but make sure you do. I used only 1 regular eggplant and about 3/4 a box of rigatoni. Don't mix all the pasta in when everything is mixed together at the end. You don't want too much pasta in the mix. Plus with the halibut I just placed it on top of the pasta since it would have broken apart if I mixed it with everything else. This is a great, light meal. Make sure you use GOOD white wine. If you use cheap "cooking wine" that you wouldn't normally drink yourself you need to ask yourself, "why cook with it if I won't dare drink it?" Use a wine you would drink in this dish.
Healthy and Hearty
04/02/2007 at 12:35am
User: Will from Honolulu, HI User Rating:
A southern italian delight that is both easy to prepare and loaded with healthy and hearty ingredients. Easy to prepare and a winner with the family at the dinner table.
Unremarkable
04/01/2007 at 09:26pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I love fresh flavors but this one really didn't do much for me- i even added more red pepper flakes to the dish to give it more spice- still thought it was missing something. could have been because i used whole wheat penne?
easy and fun
03/31/2007 at 07:25pm
User: Kim from Verona, WI User Rating:
I made this for "girls night" and it was easy to make while my friends watched and it tasted good too... i made it with shrimp instead of swordfish.
Fishy
03/29/2007 at 03:53pm
User: charlene from oklahoma city, OK User Rating:
It is an expensive dish to make and did not seem to have alot of flavor. I even bought expensive EVOO to make sure I made the dish as she said. Not a repeater.
Great Recipe
03/19/2007 at 04:21pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Easy to make and very tasty.
Best Swordfish Combo
03/16/2007 at 07:15pm
User: CAROL from State College , PA User Rating:
An excellent reciple blending the best of three ingredients in a light and unusual dish. I generally only cook swordfish "Westport" style-with aioli on top of a very thick piece, broiled on one side only. This opens up new possibilities for when I have too much swordfish. Really lovely and elegant. My dinner guests loved it.
Just OK.
03/10/2007 at 02:38pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I didn't use as much pasta which helped but it was a little boring.
yummy!
03/09/2007 at 04:53pm
User: sheila from dulles, VA User Rating:
tried chicken and swordfish both came out really good....
tastes good
03/07/2007 at 12:50pm
User: Lee from Leominster, MA User Rating:
This tastes good and is easy to make. We added some grated parmesan cheese on top of it.
So Good my 7-year old liked it!
03/04/2007 at 09:33pm
User: Kimberly from Mukilteo, WA User Rating:
I made this recipe almost exactly how Giada describes, but I only had one regular eggplant (instead of 4 Japanese) and I used 1/2 cup of good white wine instead 1/3 cup. To keep cost low, I used Trader Joes frozen swordfish. This dish was great. The sauce it makes is delicious! Even my 7-year old fish hater, loved it! Thanks Everyday Italian!
Too fishy
03/04/2007 at 02:10am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This dish is way to fishy tasting, I've never tried swordfish and it will be the last time. YUCK
Modified Version
02/27/2007 at 09:16am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I made some substitutions in the recipe based on the reviews on this site, and it turned out great. I replaced the swordfish with chicken and the japanese eggplant with zucchini. This reduces the cost and makes it even more practical. I would also reduce the pasta from 1 lb to 3/4. I don't know if I could choose this recipe to entertain guests, but it was tasty nonetheless!
Chicken instead of Swordfish
02/26/2007 at 09:59pm
User: Teri from Lakewood, CA User Rating:
I was anxious to try this recipe but my husband said it didn't sound to good with the fish,so we made it with chicken breasts and it turned out great. My teenage daughter even requested to take to school for lunch.
NOT THE BEST
02/26/2007 at 01:41pm
User: Susan from Aliso Viejo, CA User Rating:
Sorry, Giada. This recipe was not quite up to par. Every recipe that I have ever tried from Giada is a 5 star except this one. The ingredients were fresh and I followed the recipe exactly. I did not see the show- could the printed recipe have been wrong?
Glad I tried it but...
02/26/2007 at 11:46am
User: Kristin from Lockport, IL User Rating:
I was not overly impressed. My boyfriend did not like it at all and we LOVE swordfish. Something was not right and I can't place it. I love MANY of Giada's recipies but this was not at the top of our list.
A Real Crowd Pleaser
02/25/2007 at 05:26pm
User: Joyce from Roebling, NJ User Rating:
My guests just left - full-happy-and very impressed! The kind of meal you can make, then sit relaxed as you enjoy dinner with your friends. Be sure to make the Pecorino Romano w/apples and fig jam as a side to this dish -it's absolutely perfect together! I'm already thinking of other people to invite for dinnner just so I can serve this meal. A nice Chardonnay goes great with this.
bad dish
02/24/2007 at 11:09am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Giada is usually on top of her game but this was one of the worst dishes I've ever had. I'm glad I didn't have company for dinner the night I made this.
very tasty and quick to make!
02/21/2007 at 03:24pm
User: AKIKO from San Diego, CA User Rating:
as always, giada has very easy recipes that are quick and very good. i love how the eggplant absorbs all of the garlic flavor and the different textures is also nice too. i loved it!
Light and Tasty
02/20/2007 at 09:58pm
User: Jennifer from Indian Harbour Beach, FL User Rating:
I'm not a fan of pasta, but WOW.... Loved it. Most pasta leaves me with a too full feeling I hate. This was great with plenty of flavor.
Expensive to Make
02/20/2007 at 01:05pm
User: Debbi from McLean, VA User Rating:
This dish was very tasty and not difficutl to prepare, but if you are using fresh swordfish, it can be pricey for what you get in the end, which is a dish that is mostly pasta. If I were to prepare this again, I would use half the amount of pasta that the recipe calls for and replace the fish with chicken, the eggplant with zucchini.
Gross
02/19/2007 at 09:46pm
User: Paula from PHX, AZ User Rating:
I usually love her recipes but I took one bite and HATED IT... I threw it all out! I don't know what was wrong but it tasted really REALLY BAD. And I paid a lot for the eggplants and it was a total waste.
Fresh, flavorful and delicious!
02/18/2007 at 09:33pm
User: JANE from Los Angeles, CA User Rating:
This was absolutely delicious! I had watched Giada make it in the morning on TV and it looked so good that I just had to make it for dinner (as is usually the case when I watch her show!) The only change I made was that I didn't use nearly as much pasta, which was completely fine as it is the kind of dish you could really make without any pasta and it would be just as lovely. Filled with flavor, healthy and so easy....definitely a repeater!