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A pan filled with cooked spaghetti arrabbiata and garnished with chopped basil.
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Spaghetti Arrabbiata

This classic pasta dish has a spicy kick and comes together in less than 30 minutes!
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American, Italian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 338kcal
Author Ashley C.

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces spaghetti pasta
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 white onion
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 28 ounces whole peeled tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil roughly chopped
  • 2-3 teaspoons crushed red chili flakes
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente, drain and set aside.
  • While the pasta is boiling, heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté until translucent, about 4 minutes.
  • Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
  • Mix in the tomato, basil, red chili flakes, oregano, salt and pepper and sauté for 5 minutes then use a potato masher to mash down the tomato chunks as much as possible.
  • Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes or until the desired consistency is reached.
  • Stir in the Parmesan until it is fully melted then add the spaghetti and toss until all of the pasta is fully coated.
  • Serve with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Notes

Storage: Store leftover spaghetti with arrabbiata sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Or store leftovers in a freezer safe container in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 338kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 796mg | Potassium: 574mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 716IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 244mg | Iron: 3mg