Pasta all’Arrabbiata

Name: Pasta all’Arrabbiata
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 3 cloves Garlic cloves (minced); 1 pepper Spicy chili pepper (chopped, adjust to taste); 1 cup Datterini tomatoes (halved, or other small cherry tomatoes); 1/2 cup Polpa di pomodoro (crushed tomatoes, or passata); 150 grams Penne pasta (for 1-2 servings); 2 tablespoons Olive oil; to taste Salt

A classic spicy Italian pasta made with simple, bold ingredients. This recipe features penne pasta tossed in a fiery tomato sauce with garlic and chili pepper, perfect for a quick and flavorful meal.

#Pasta

#Arrabbiata

#Spicy

#Italian

#Tomato

#Garlic

#Chili

#Quick Meal

#Vegetarian

Pasta all'Arrabbiata served in a bowl

Recipe Information

10m

Prep Time

25m

Cook Time

35m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Italian

English

Nutrition (per serving)

420

Calories

11g

Protein

60g

Carbs

15g

Fat

Penne pasta being tossed in spicy tomato sauce

Ingredients

Garlic cloves
(minced)
3 cloves
Spicy chili pepper
(chopped, adjust to taste)
1 pepper
Datterini tomatoes
(halved, or other small cherry tomatoes)
1 cup
Polpa di pomodoro
(crushed tomatoes, or passata)
1 cup
Penne pasta
(for 1-2 servings)
150 grams
Olive oil
2 tablespoons
Salt
to taste

Servings: 2

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Tomato sauce simmering with datterini tomatoes

Instructions

0/8 completed

1
Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a rolling boil.
Preview
5m
Preview
Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a rolling boil.
5m
Using enough salt in the pasta water ensures the pasta itself is flavorful.
2
Once the water is boiling, add the penne pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving about 1/2 cup of the pasta water, and set aside.
Preview
10m
Preview
Once the water is boiling, add the penne pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving about 1/2 cup of the pasta water, and set aside.
10m
Al dente pasta holds its shape and provides a better texture for saucing. The reserved pasta water can help emulsify and loosen the sauce later.
3
While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large pan or skillet over medium heat.
Preview
1m
Preview
While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large pan or skillet over medium heat.
1m
Ensure the pan is adequately hot before adding aromatics to prevent them from steaming.
4
Add the minced garlic and chopped chili pepper to the hot olive oil. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Preview
2m
Preview
Add the minced garlic and chopped chili pepper to the hot olive oil. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
2m
Burnt garlic will impart a bitter taste to your sauce. Keep the heat moderate and stir frequently.
5
Stir in the halved datterini tomatoes and polpa di pomodoro (crushed tomatoes) into the pan with the aromatics.
Preview
1m
Preview
Stir in the halved datterini tomatoes and polpa di pomodoro (crushed tomatoes) into the pan with the aromatics.
1m
Slightly crush the datterini tomatoes with the back of your spoon to release their juices and flavor into the sauce.
6
Reduce the heat to low, season the sauce with salt to taste, and let it simmer gently for 8-10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the tomatoes to break down.
Preview
9m
Preview
Reduce the heat to low, season the sauce with salt to taste, and let it simmer gently for 8-10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the tomatoes to break down.
9m
Taste and adjust seasoning as the sauce simmers. If the sauce becomes too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water.
7
Add the drained al dente penne pasta directly into the simmering sauce. Toss thoroughly to ensure all the pasta is evenly coated.
Preview
1m
Preview
Add the drained al dente penne pasta directly into the simmering sauce. Toss thoroughly to ensure all the pasta is evenly coated.
1m
Finishing the pasta in the sauce allows it to absorb more flavor and helps the sauce adhere better to the pasta.
8
Serve the Pasta all’Arrabbiata immediately, optionally garnished with fresh parsley or extra chili flakes for more heat.
Preview
0m
Preview
Serve the Pasta all’Arrabbiata immediately, optionally garnished with fresh parsley or extra chili flakes for more heat.
0m
While some might add cheese, traditional Arrabbiata is often served without it to let the spicy tomato flavor shine.