Spicy Arrabiata Penne
Spicy Arrabiata Penne from Italy. Times were inferred from the source steps.
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- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 16 min
- Total
- 26 min
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Spice
- Mild
- Cost
- Weeknight budget$8–16 USD · indicative, not a store price
About
Spicy Arrabiata Penne is listed as vegetarian from Italy. The steps below are the imported TheMealDB method, not an editorial rewrite. Times shown were read from those steps.
Ingredients
- penne rigate454 g
- Olive oil59 ml
- Garlic3 clove
- Tomato1 can
- Fresh chilli2½ ml
- italian seasoning2½ ml
- Mixed herbs6
- Parmigiano Reggianoto taste
Scaling multiplies the written quantities. Baking still prefers a scale.
Steps
Step 1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add kosher salt to the boiling water, then add the pasta.
Step 2
Cook according to the package instructions, about 9 minutes. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil and heat until the oil starts to shimmer.
9 minStep 3
Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the chopped tomatoes, red chile flakes, Italian seasoning and salt and pepper to taste.
2 minStep 4
Bring to a boil and cook for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and add the chopped basil.
5 minStep 5
Drain the pasta and add it to the sauce. Garnish with Parmigiano-Reggiano flakes and more basil and serve warm.
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Substitutions
garlic (garlic powder or a pinch of onion) → garlic powder or a pinch of onion
1 clove ≈ ¼ tsp garlic powder. The fresh bite will be missing.
tomato (passata or canned chopped tomatoes) → passata or canned chopped tomatoes
Canned tomatoes are often better than pale fresh ones out of season.
chilli (paprika or chilli flakes) → paprika or chilli flakes
Paprika is milder and sweeter. Add cayenne if you still want heat.
Tips
- Times on this listing were inferred from the imported method, not kitchen-tested.
History & culture
Editorial cultural notes have not been written for this imported dish.
Editorial history has not been written for this imported dish.
Inspired by
Provenance: Imported. Initial recipe data sourced from TheMealDB and adapted/reviewed by I Want Some Food. Times on this listing were inferred from the imported method, not kitchen-tested.
Questions about this recipe
Answers taken from this dish's times, amounts, swaps and tips — not a chatbot.
How long does Spicy Arrabiata Penne take?
26 min all in — 10 min prep, 16 min cook. That is the time on this recipe, not a guess.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Medium.
How spicy is it?
Mild.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Wheat, Milk. Labels are informational — check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Vegetarian.
What does it cost to cook?
Weeknight budget — about $8–16 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Frying pan, Stockpot.
How much salt do I put in?
This recipe does not list a salt amount. We will not invent one.
What can I use instead?
garlic (garlic powder or a pinch of onion) → garlic powder or a pinch of onion. 1 clove ≈ ¼ tsp garlic powder. The fresh bite will be missing. tomato (passata or canned chopped tomatoes) → passata or canned chopped tomatoes. Canned tomatoes are often better than pale fresh ones out of season. chilli (paprika or chilli flakes) → paprika or chilli flakes. Paprika is milder and sweeter. Add cayenne if you still want heat.
Any tips from this recipe?
Times on this listing were inferred from the imported method, not kitchen-tested.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.