Italian Inn Spaghetti with Anchovies
Dive into the bold and savory flavors of Italian Inn Spaghetti with Anchovies, a quick and easy pasta recipe packed with Mediterranean charm. This dish transforms humble pantry staples into a gourmet experience, blending al dente spaghetti with a luscious sauce of garlic, anchovy fillets, and extra-virgin olive oil. A touch of red chili flakes provides a subtle heat, while fresh parsley, bright lemon zest, and optional toasted breadcrumbs add layers of freshness and crunch. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, this 25-minute recipe highlights the beauty of simple ingredients prepared with care. Serve it up with a glass of crisp white wine and let the flavors transport you to an Italian trattoria. Ideal for lovers of seafood pasta and bold, umami-packed flavors, this dish is as satisfying as it is effortless to make.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams spaghetti
- 8 pieces anchovy fillets (packed in oil)
- 60 milliliters extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 pieces garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 3 tablespoons breadcrumbs (optional, toasted)
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente according to the package instructions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and then drain the spaghetti.
While the spaghetti cooks, finely chop the garlic and anchovy fillets.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the anchovy fillets to the skillet, mashing them with the back of a spoon or spatula until they dissolve into the oil. Stir in the red chili flakes and cook for another minute.
Add the drained pasta directly into the skillet and toss to coat it in the anchovy-garlic mixture.
Pour a bit of the reserved pasta water into the skillet (start with about 1/4 cup) to loosen the sauce. Toss well to combine, adding more water if needed to achieve your desired consistency.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped parsley and lemon zest. Adjust the seasoning with salt and black pepper to taste.
If using, sprinkle toasted breadcrumbs over the top for added texture and flavor.
Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1606 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 81.1 g | 104% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.4 g | 67% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 80 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 8362 mg | 364% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 145.6 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.9 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.7 g | ||
| Protein | 66.8 g | 134% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.0 mcg | 40% | |
| Calcium | 271 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 12.8 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 695 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
