Tortellini with Chili Tomato Sauce
Spice up your pasta game with this irresistible Tortellini with Chili Tomato Sauce, a recipe that combines tender cheese-filled tortellini with a bold and flavorful homemade sauce. This dish starts with pillowy cheese tortellini, cooked to perfection, and is tossed in a rich tomato sauce infused with aromatic garlic, a hint of sweetness, and a fiery kick from red chili flakes. Fresh basil adds a burst of freshness, while a final sprinkle of parmesan cheese melts into creamy, savory bliss. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy meal is perfect for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for a dinner party. Serve it with a side of garlic bread or a crisp green salad, and watch this comforting pasta dish become a family favorite. Keywords: Tortellini, Chili Tomato Sauce, Easy Pasta Recipe, Quick Dinner, Spicy Tortellini Recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams cheese tortellini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 units garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 400 grams crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- 50 grams parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the cheese tortellini according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Sprinkle the red chili flakes into the skillet and stir for 30 seconds to infuse the oil.
Add the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste to the skillet. Stir to combine.
Season the sauce with sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir and let simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and the flavors meld together.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed. Stir in the chopped fresh basil just before turning off the heat.
Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet with the sauce. Gently toss to coat the tortellini in the sauce.
Serve the tortellini hot, topped with freshly grated parmesan cheese and an extra sprinkle of chili flakes if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1662 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.2 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.9 g | 134% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 194 mg | 65% | |
| Sodium | 3968 mg | 173% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 196.1 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.2 g | ||
| Protein | 72.5 g | 145% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1165 mg | 90% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 1335 mg | 28% | |
*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.
