Simple Spaghetti Arrabiata
Ingredients
- 1 lbuncooked spaghetti
- 4 tbspextra virgin olive oil
- 2onions
finely chopped
- 6 clovesgarlic
minced
- 1red chili pepper
finely chopped
- 28 ozsan marzano crushed tomatoes
- ½ tspfine salt)
(plus more for the pasta water
- 1handful fresh parsley leaves
Directions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan on medium-high heat,
- 2
When the oil is hot, add the onion and cook for around five minutes, stirring often, until lightly browned and softened.
- 3
Add the minced garlic and chili pepper and fry for another two minues, stirring often to prevent the garlic from overly browning or sticking.
- 4
Add the crushed tomatoes and salt and stir until combined. Increase the heat to high until the mixture is bubbling and then reduce to medium to maintain at a lively simmer for fifeen minutes.
- 5
Cook the spaghetti according to the package insructions, in well-salted water.
- 6
When the sauce is nice and thick, take off the heat. Finely chop the parsley and add it and mix it in. Taste and adjust salt if needed. Drain the cooked spaghetti and add directly to the pan and toss with the sauce.
- 7
Serve immediately, with optional grated parmesan, or cracked black pepper to top it with
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About this Recipe
Craving a quick, satisfying pasta dish with a vibrant kick? This Simple Spaghetti Arrabiata recipe delivers authentic Italian-inspired flavors with remarkable ease, perfect for any weeknight dinner.
This particular Spaghetti Arrabiata stands out for its straightforward elegance and bold taste. Crafted with just eight core ingredients, it showcases how quality components create exceptional results. The foundation of San Marzano crushed tomatoes ensures a deeply flavorful, slightly sweet base, while the fresh red chili pepper and ample garlic provide that essential spicy arrabiata punch. It's designed to be chunky and robust, a testament to simple, yet powerful, culinary techniques.
Prepare your palate for a delightful and genuinely warming experience. Each forkful of this Simple Spaghetti Arrabiata offers a perfect balance of savory, aromatic, and piquant notes. You'll savor the rich, chunky tomato sauce clinging beautifully to al dente spaghetti, permeated by the fragrant garlic and the invigorating heat from the fresh red chili. This vegetarian-friendly dish feels incredibly hearty and satisfying, delivering a substantial 642 calories per serving, making it a complete and comforting main course. It's the kind of uncomplicated, flavorful pasta that feels both indulgent and effortlessly homemade.
This Simple Spaghetti Arrabiata is wonderfully adaptable. For those who prefer a milder heat, simply use less of the red chili pepper, or remove its seeds before finely chopping. If you're a heat-seeker, feel free to add a little extra chili or even a pinch of red pepper flakes for an intensified kick. While the recipe focuses on its pure, simple form, a light dusting of fresh parsley (as listed in the ingredients) or a drizzle of your best extra virgin olive oil just before serving can elevate the flavors even further.
This delightful Spaghetti all'arrabbiata makes an excellent main course. Serve it hot, perhaps alongside a crisp green salad or with a side of garlic bread to mop up every last bit of the rich, spicy sauce. It’s an ideal choice for a cozy dinner at home, effortlessly scalable for feeding a family or entertaining friends.