Spaghetti all'Assassina (Killer Spaghetti)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
413 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Spaghetti all'Assassina (Killer Spaghetti)
Description
The Spaghetti all'Assassina recipe combines a garlicky tomato sauce with a distinctive cooking technique where dry spaghetti noodles are cooked directly in the sauce and oil mixture with chili flakes. Initially, garlic is bloomed in olive oil to release its flavors, then tomato sauce, paste, and water are simmered to build the sauce. In a cast iron pan, oil, garlic, and chili flakes create a fragrant base before adding some of the prepared tomato sauce and the dry spaghetti noodles in a spread-out layer. As the pasta cooks, it soaks in the sauce and develops browned, slightly crispy edges, which are hallmarks of this dish.
The flavor melds the heat from chili flakes with the richness of tomato and the aromatic garlic, while the texture contrasts between the tender pasta softened by sauce and the caramelized, crispy bottom layer. This dish can be enjoyed on its own or garnished with parsley, red pepper flakes, or Parmesan cheese.
The recipe notes estimate nutritional values without any toppings but do not provide guidance on storage or substitutions.
Ingredients
FOR THE SAUCE
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic chopped
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 3 cups water
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
FOR THE SPAGHETTI
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic chopped
- 2 tablespoons red chili flakes or to taste
- 8 ounces spaghetti dry
- salt to taste
- olive oil fresh chopped parsley, red pepper flakes, grated Parmesan cheese, extra virgin, for serving
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a saucepan and add the garlic. Cook for 1 minute, stirring, to bloom the garlic. Add the remaining sauce ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes to develop the flavor. Keep warm until ready to use.
- For the spaghetti, heat ¼ cup olive oil in a large cast iron pan to medium heat. Add the garlic and chili flakes and cook for 1 minute to let the garlic bloom.
- Add 2 cups of the tomato sauce to the pan, then spread the dried spaghetti noodles out over the pan for even cooking.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until the noodles absorb the liquid. The noodles will start to brown on the bottom and get slightly crispy. You can brown or caramelize the pasta as much or as little as you prefer, stirring lightly as needed. This is a distinct characteristic of Spaghetti all'Assassina.
- Add the sauce 1 cup at a time every minute or so and simmer, letting the noodles absorb the sauce and soften up to your preference, about 10 minutes.
- Serve onto plates with an extra drizzle of olive oil, chopped parsley, extra red chili flakes, and a bit of Parmesan cheese, if desired. Enjoy.
Notes
- Ensure the spaghetti is spread evenly for consistent cooking and browning.
- You can adjust the level of caramelization by stirring less or more as the pasta cooks.
- Adding sauce gradually allows the pasta to absorb flavor and soften to the desired texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 413 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 413kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 54g | 18% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Sodium | 723mg | 30% |
| Potassium | 665mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 1839IU | 37% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 57mg | 6% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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