Curry Lime Pasta & Tomatoes

Instructions

1. Preheat and Roast Tomatoes

   3 min hands-on15 min waiting

   • Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
   • Wash and dry the tomatoes, place in a roasting tin.
   • Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
   • Roast for 15–20 minutes until soft and slightly charred.

2. Cook the Pasta

   2 min hands-on10 min waiting

   • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
   • Cook the pasta until al dente, reserving some pasta water.

3. Prepare Garlic and Curry Base

   4 min hands-on

   • Peel and thinly slice the garlic.
   • Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
   • Sauté garlic until fragrant and lightly golden.
   • Stir in curry powder and cook for an additional minute.

4. Combine with Roasted Tomatoes

   1 min hands-on2 min waiting

   • Transfer roasted tomatoes and juices to the frying pan.
   • Stir to combine and meld flavors over low heat for 2–3 minutes.

5. Integrate Pasta and Lime

   2 min hands-on

   • Add cooked pasta to the pan with the tomato mixture.
   • Pour in reserved pasta water to coat the pasta.
   • Squeeze in lime juice and toss until combined.

6. Season the Dish

   1 min hands-on

   • Stir in sugar and oyster sauce.
   • Adjust seasoning with salt or lime juice as needed.

7. Garnish and Serve

   2 min hands-on

   • Divide pasta into serving bowls.
   • Top with chopped cilantro and toasted sesame seeds.
   • Serve with lime wedges for extra freshness.
   • Cooking tips:
   • To toast sesame seeds, heat them in a dry pan over medium heat until golden brown.
   • For a stronger lime flavor, zest the lime before juicing and add the zest to the sauce.
   • Be careful not to overcook the garlic as it can turn bitter.
   • For a spicier dish, add a pinch of chili flakes with the curry powder.