Spicy Arabic Spaghetti
Indulge in the rich flavors of Middle Eastern cuisine with this fiery twist on spaghetti. This dish combines al dente pasta with a savory tomato sauce infused with aromatic spices like cumin and cinnamon. Topped with toasted pine nuts and fresh parsley, this exotic recipe will transport your taste buds to the enchanting world of Arabic flavors.
ingredients
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 cup tomato paste
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
steps
- 1.
Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2.
In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion until soft and translucent.
- 3.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- 4.
Stir in the ground cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper. Cook for a minute to release the flavors.
- 5.
Add the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- 6.
Pour in the tomato sauce and sugar. Season with salt and black pepper. Simmer the sauce for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- 7.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the sauce and toss until well coated.
- 8.
Serve the Arabic spaghetti hot, garnished with toasted pine nuts and fresh parsley.
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