Easy Spaghetti All'Assassina
Make Spaghetti all’Assassina with our easy recipe to enjoy a bold and flavorful dish from Bari, Italy. It features crispy, charred edges and rich, spicy flavors, all cooked in a fiery tomato broth. A must-try for pasta lovers!
Equipment
- 1 large skillet or frying pan
Ingredients
- 24 oz Passata Tomato purée
- 1 cup water
- 5 oz Spaghetti
- 1 tablespoon dried chili flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Before starting, gather all the ingredients to ensure a smooth cooking process.
- Prepare the Passata Broth: Pour the passata (tomato purée) into a medium bowl. Add 1 cup of water to the empty passata bottle, swirl it to rinse out the remainder, and pour it into the bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well and keep the broth hot over low heat.
- Flavor the Oil: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic cloves and chili flakes, allowing them to infuse the oil with bold flavor.
- Toast the Spaghetti: Add uncooked spaghetti directly to the skillet. Cook in the flavored olive oil, stirring only occasionally, to allow the pasta to develop slightly burnt, crispy, and caramelized edges.
- Cook with Passata Broth: Add a ladleful of the hot passata broth to the skillet, stirring to coat the spaghetti. Continue adding the broth one ladle at a time, letting it absorb completely before adding more. This process will take about 20 minutes.
- Achieve the Perfect Texture: Cook the spaghetti until it has crispy, caramelized edges while remaining tender in the center.
- Serve Hot: Once the spaghetti is cooked and the edges are perfectly crispy, serve immediately. Enjoy the bold, smoky flavors while hot!
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Notes
- Cook Raw Pasta Directly: Skip boiling! For authentic texture, cook the raw spaghetti directly in the tomato broth.
- Control the Heat: Alternate between medium and high heat to balance absorption and charring without scorching.
- Choose the Right Pan: Use a thick-bottomed pan to ensure even heat distribution and prevent burning.
- Avoid Overcrowding: If making larger portions, cook in batches to achieve proper charring. Overcrowding the pan will ruin the texture.
- Adjust Spice Level: Tailor chili flakes to your taste. Add small amounts gradually to avoid overpowering the dish.
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy this dish hot, as the signature crispy texture fades as it cools.
Nutrition
Calories: 400kcal