Spaghetti all’Assassina

Preparation

1. 1
   Step 1

   Bring 600 ml of water to a boil in a pot.

2. 2
   Step 2

   Stir 3 tbsp of tomato paste and 1 tsp of salt into the boiling water, bring to a brief boil, and keep warm.

3. 3
   Step 3

   Heat 4 tbsp of olive oil in a large pan.

4. 4
   Step 4

   Briefly sauté 2 chopped garlic cloves and 1 dried chili pepper in the oil until fragrant.

5. 5
   Step 5

   Add 300 g of tomato purée to the pan and let it reduce briefly.

6. 6
   Step 6

   Add 250 g of raw spaghetti directly into the pan and sear over high heat for 3-4 minutes until they turn slightly dark.

   Timer · 4 min
7. 7
   Step 7

   Turn the spaghetti and let them caramelize on the other side for another 3-4 minutes.

   Timer · 4 min
8. 8
   Step 8

   Add some of the hot tomato broth until the bottom of the pan is covered.

9. 9
   Step 9

   Cook the pasta while stirring, gradually adding the remaining broth until the spaghetti is al dente and crispy on the outside.

10. 10
    Step 10

    Garnish with a little basil and serve.