Spaghetti all'Assassina (Assassin's Spaghetti)
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Spaghetti all'Assassina (Assassin's Spaghetti)

4 servings
In this spicy spaghetti all'assassina, spaghetti is cooked raw in tomato sauce.

Ingredients

  • olive oil
    1 tbsp
  • garlic

    minced

    2 cloves
  • tomato puree
    3 c
  • water
    3 c
  • salt
    1 tsp
  • olive oil
    ¼ c
  • red chili flakes
    2 tsp
  • dry spaghetti
    6 oz
  • salt to taste
  • finely chopped parsley

    for garnish

    1 tbsp

Directions

  1. 1

    Gather all ingredients.

    Step 1
  2. 2

    Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add garlic and sizzle until it starts to turn golden and fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in tomato puree, water, and salt. Bring to a simmer on medium-high. Once simmering, reduce to low heat and keep warm.

    Step 2
  3. 3

    Pour olive oil into a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, season with chili flakes and heat until chili flakes start to sizzle, for 1 minute. Add raw spaghetti and toss until well coated with chili oil.

    Step 3
  4. 4

    Pour in about 3 cups of tomato broth and, using tongs, move pasta from side to side to evenly distribute tomato broth. Cook, occasionally moving pasta from side to side with tongs, all facing the same direction, until most of the broth has been absorbed or evaporated, and the spaghetti starts frying in the pan.

    Step 4
  5. 5

    Turn spaghetti over with tongs, and evenly arrange in the pan. Keep cooking until the pasta starts to brown, and even lightly chars.

    Step 5
  6. 6

    Add about 2 more cups of tomato broth, and repeat the process. Continue cooking until the spaghetti is as charred as you like , and cooked to your desired doneness. More broth can be added at the end of the process for a saucier version, as shown in the video, or it can be served relatively dry.

    Step 6
  7. 7

    Serve with a drizzle of olive oil and more chili flakes if desired.

    Step 7
  8. 8

    Enjoy!

    Step 8
Spaghetti all'Assassina (Assassin's Spaghetti)
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Spaghetti all'Assassina (Assassin's Spaghetti)

30 min4 servings384 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving a pasta dish with an unforgettable kick and a unique cooking method? Spaghetti all'Assassina, famously known as Assassin's Spaghetti, delivers a bold, spicy experience by cooking dry spaghetti directly in a rich, fiery tomato sauce.

Why This Recipe Works

What sets this Assassin's Spaghetti apart is its unconventional technique: the spaghetti is cooked raw in the bubbling tomato puree, rather than pre-boiled. This allows every strand to deeply absorb the vibrant flavors of the sauce and chili flakes from the very start. The result is a wonderfully toothsome texture and an intense, concentrated flavor that you simply can't achieve with traditional methods.

What to Expect

Prepare for a truly intense and satisfying pasta experience. You'll find the spaghetti perfectly al dente, coated in a deeply flavorful tomato sauce that carries a significant, yet balanced, heat from the red chili flakes. The richness of the olive oil and the aromatic garlic provide a robust base, ensuring each bite is packed with savory goodness. This is a wonderfully straightforward dish that brings complex, restaurant-quality flavors to your table with minimal fuss.

Customization & Variations

This recipe thrives on its bold simplicity, allowing you to easily adjust the red chili flakes to achieve your desired level of heat. For a milder garlic note, reduce the amount, or add more if you love a pungent kick. The beauty of Assassin's Spaghetti lies in its core ingredients, so stick close to them for the most authentic experience.

Serving & Context

Serve this fiery Spaghetti all'Assassina immediately as a satisfying main course. A simple green salad or a slice of crusty bread would be the perfect accompaniment to complete this robust meal.

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