Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
0.5 tsp

Red Chilli flakes

1 tbsp

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

0.5 tsp

Rosemary herb

1 pinch

Salt

to taste

1 unit

Red Bell pepper (Capsicum)

4 cloves

Garlic

sliced

1 tsp

Red Chilli flakes

100 g

Spaghetti Pasta

cooked

2 tsp

Corn flour

6 cloves

Garlic

Step 1
~2 min

Cook the spaghetti to Al dente or according to package instructions.

Step 2
~2 min

Drain spaghetti and toss with olive oil to prevent sticking.

Step 3
~2 min

Roast the red bell pepper until all sides are charred.

Step 4
~2 min

Roast the garlic bulb until softened.

Step 5
~2 min

Cool the roasted bell pepper and garlic.

Step 6
~2 min

Remove the skin and seeds from the bell pepper.

Step 7
~2 min

Blend the bell pepper and garlic with red chili flakes, cornstarch, and salt into a chunky paste.

Step 8
~2 min

Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté sliced garlic until light brown.

Step 9
~2 min

Add red chili flakes and rosemary to the pan.

Step 10
~2 min

Toss the cooked spaghetti in the garlic-infused oil.

Step 11
~2 min

Season with salt and set aside.

Step 12
~2 min

Pour the sauce paste into the same pan and add a little water.

Step 13
~2 min

Bring the sauce to a boil.

Step 14
~2 min

Check the seasoning and add salt if needed.

Step 15
~2 min

Let the sauce thicken to the desired consistency.

Step 16
~2 min

Serve the spaghetti with a ladle of sauce.

Step 17
~2 min

Garnish with dried rosemary if desired.

Step 18
~2 min

Serve with a fresh lettuce salad and tiramisu.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Roast the bell pepper evenly by rotating it frequently.

Adjust the amount of red chili flakes to your preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Sauce can be made 1-2 days in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad

Serve with crusty bread

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh salad
Tiramisu

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

Common Italian dish

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Weeknight
Casual

Popularity Score

70/100

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