How to Make Spaghetti Assassina with Coratina Olive Oil

Spaghetti Assassina with Coratina Olive Oil is a dish that brings the fiery flavours of Puglia to your table. Its combination of crispy pasta, spicy tomato sauce, and robust olive oil makes it a standout meal that is both comforting and exciting.

‍Ingredients:

• 400g spaghetti
• 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
• 1-2 red chili peppers, thinly sliced (adjust to taste)
• 400g canned crushed tomatoes (or passata)
• 100 ml Coratina olive oil
• 1 tsp sugar
• Salt to taste
• Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
• Grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)

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Instructions:

1. Prepare the Spaghetti:

• In a large pan or skillet, heat half of the Coratina olive oil over medium heat.
• Add the uncooked spaghetti directly to the pan, allowing it to toast slightly. Stir frequently to prevent burning and ensure even toasting. This step imparts a unique nutty flavour to the pasta.

2. Cook the Garlic and Chili:

• Once the spaghetti begins to turn golden, push it to the sides of the pan to make space in the centre. Add the remaining Coratina olive oil, garlic, and sliced chilli peppers to the centre. Cook for a few minutes until the garlic becomes fragrant and slightly golden.

3. Add the Tomatoes:

• Pour in the crushed tomatoes and add the sugar to balance the acidity. Stir well to coat the spaghetti evenly with the tomato mixture.
• Add salt to taste.

4. Simmer and Crisp:

• Continue cooking the spaghetti in the tomato sauce, allowing it to absorb the flavours and soften. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking, but let the pasta sit undisturbed for intervals to achieve a crispy texture on the bottom.
• Add small amounts of water if the sauce becomes too thick or if the pasta needs more liquid to cook through.

5. Serve:

• Once the spaghetti is cooked to your desired level of crispiness and the sauce is well-reduced, remove from heat.
• Garnish with fresh basil leaves and a drizzle of Coratina olive oil for added flavour. Serve immediately.

6. Optional Toppings:

• For an extra touch of richness, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top before serving.

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Spaghetti Assassina perfectly captures the bright flavours of Puglia, with each bite blending spice, texture, and richness. The Sommelier's Selection Coratina olive oil enriches this recipe, giving depth and sturdiness with its characteristic peppery and fruity overtones. This high-quality oil adds character to the pasta, highlighting the toasted, crispy edges and complementing the robust tomato and chilli foundation.

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Enjoy this dish as a tribute to Italy's culinary legacy, with Coratina olive oil elevating simple pasta to a refined, unforgettable experience.

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