Spicy Spaghetti
Spicy spaghetti: a quick, flavorful recipe made with simple ingredients like red chili flakes and crushed tomatoes. Meal prep-friendly dish.
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 342kcal
Ingredients
- 8 oz spaghetti dry
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust to taste
- 14 oz crushed tomatoes /blanched and pureed fresh tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- ½ teaspoon salt to taste
- ½ teaspoon parsley dried
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, reserve ¼ cup of pasta water. Set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and crushed red pepper. Sauté for a minute until fragrant(without burning the garlic).
- Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir well.
- Add dried oregano and salt. Let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
- Add the cooked spaghetti and reserved pasta water to the pan with the sauce. Toss well to coat evenly.
- Plate the pasta and garnish with parsley.
Notes
- Adjust heat levels by using more or fewer crushed red pepper.
- Add cayenne or fresh chili peppers for extra spice.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months; reheat with a sprinkle of water to maintain texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 342kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Sodium: 143mg | Potassium: 445mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 371IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 2mg