Drunken Spaghetti Red Wine Pasta (spaghetti all'ubriaco)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
566 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Main Course, Appetizer
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Cuisine
Mediterranean, Italian
Drunken Spaghetti Red Wine Pasta (spaghetti all'ubriaco)
Description
Drunken Spaghetti Red Wine Pasta involves simmering a medium to full-bodied red wine until reduced, then gradually adding it to spaghetti that is cooked halfway, stirring continuously to allow the pasta to soak up the wine and develop its distinctive deep red color. The spaghetti is sautéed with garlic, fresh or dried chili pieces (peperoncino), chopped parsley, and extra virgin olive oil, lending aromatic and mild spicy notes.
The texture of the pasta remains al dente as it slowly absorbs the wine reduction, and the combination of savory herbs and garlic balances the wine’s depth. The gradual incorporation of hot wine and reserved pasta water controls the sauce viscosity to coat the noodles effectively.
This dish can be served alongside grated pecorino or a vegetarian hard cheese to enrich the flavor. It fits well as a simple yet intriguing first course or main for wine lovers. The recipe is vegan without cheese and can be adapted accordingly.
Choosing bronze-drawn pasta with a rough surface enhances sauce adherence and starch release, essential for this preparation. Recommended wines include Merlot, Chianti, Sangiovese, or Valpolicella Ripasso. Handling chili carefully to adjust heat is advised.
Ingredients
- 1 bottle red wine Merlot, Chianti, Valpolicella Ripasso, Sangiovese etc, medium to full bodied
- 13 oz spaghetti I used spaghetti alla chitarra by Ligouri
- 2 garlic peeled and halved, cloves
- 1 handful parsley washed and chopped, fresh
- 1 red chili pepper cut into small pieces, fresh or dried, peperoncino
- pecorino cheese for grating, or vegetarian cheese
- salt for pasta and to taste
- black pepper to taste, freshly ground
- 2-3 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
Preparation steps
- Pour the wine minus half a glass (2.5floz) into a saucepan, bring it to a boil and cook for 15-20 minutes. Put a pot of water on to boil for the pasta. Add salt once it starts to boil and bring to a boil again.
- Wash and chop a handful of parsley. Peel and halve 2 garlic cloves and cut the fresh or dried peperoncino into small pieces. Remove the seeds for less heat. Make sure you wash your hands after handling the chili.
Cook your drunken spaghetti
- Sauté the garlic, ½ the parsley and the peperoncino in a large deep frying pan or skillet in extra virgin olive oil.
- Cook the spaghetti for just over half the recommended cooking time. Save a little pasta cooking water, Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet.
- Gradually add the wine to the spaghetti one ladle at a time, stirring continuously until the spaghetti is a deep red colour and al dente. If you run out of hot wine before the pasta is cooked, use the saved pasta cooking water. Remove from the heat and mix in the uncooked wine you set aside.
- Serve immediately with more chopped parsley and some grated Pecorino or vegetarian cheese. I used slivers of Pecorino.
Notes
- Use bronze-drawn pasta for better sauce absorption and texture.
- Select medium to full-bodied red wines like Merlot, Chianti, or Sangiovese for authentic flavor.
- Adjust heat by removing chili seeds and washing hands after handling spicy peppers.
- Use vegetarian hard cheese to keep the dish vegetarian; avoid pecorino if strict vegetarian due to rennet.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 566 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 566kcal | 28% |
| Carbohydrates | 74g | 25% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Sodium | 14mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 455mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 88IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 39mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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