Fiery Pepper Pasta
This fiery peperoncino pasta recipe combines the perfect blend of spicy and flavorful ingredients for a quick and easy Italian dish. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a zesty and satisfying meal that will leave your taste buds tingling for more.
ingredients
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 to 2 red chili peppers, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish (optional)
steps
- 1.
Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2.
In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red chili peppers. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and lightly golden.
- 3.
Add the cherry tomatoes to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, for another 4-5 minutes until they start to soften and release their juices.
- 4.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Feel free to adjust the amount of chili peppers based on your desired spice level.
- 5.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the pan with the sauce. Toss well to coat the pasta evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- 6.
Remove from heat and stir in fresh parsley.
- 7.
Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.