Pasta Arrabbiata
Nutrition per serving
Pasta in a spicy, fiery tomato sauce, Roman style. Simple, inexpensive and full of zip, arrabbiata (“the angry one”) warms you up with its garlic and chilli.
Prep time: 5 min | Cooking time: 15 min | Servings: 4 | Difficulty: Very easy
Calculated per portion from the Anses Ciqual 2025 values for each ingredient, using the quantities in the list. Household measures (spoonfuls, pieces) use average weights. 274 kcal · 9 g protein · 38 g carbohydrate · 9 g fat
Ingredients
- 350 g penne
- 2 tins of tomatoes, chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic
- 1 chilli
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 bunch of parsley
Method
- Fry the garlic and chilli in the oil.
- Add the tomatoes and simmer for 12 minutes.
- Toss with the al dente penne.
- Finish with parsley.
Nutritional benefits
A homemade tomato sauce is light and rich in lycopene and vitamin C, without the sugars and additives of ready-made sauces. The chilli provides capsaicin, which adds heat without calories. An inexpensive, balanced dish, ideal when watching your weight if made with wholewheat pasta.
Variations and substitutions
- With wholewheat pasta for more fibre.
- With Parmesan (not vegan).
- Hotter or milder to taste.
- With vegetables: pepper, aubergine.
Storage and making ahead
The sauce keeps for 4 days and can be frozen. It tastes even better reheated.
💡 Good to know
Add the chilli gradually: arrabbiata should be hot but still enjoyable, so find the balance by tasting.
Related reading
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Foods in this recipe: penne · tomatoes · garlic · chilli · olive oil.
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