Spic Spiked With A Spack Recipe
Make Spic Spiked With A Spack Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
For the Spack Sauce
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve a cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
- 2
Sauté the Garlic
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red chili flakes, sautéing for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Spack Sauce Preparation
- 3
- 4
Make the Sauce
Pour in the crushed tomatoes, ground cumin, ground paprika, and sugar. Stir well and let the sauce simmer for about 10-15 minutes until slightly thickened.
- 5
Finish the Sauce
Stir in the lemon juice and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Add a little reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
Combine and Serve
- 6
Mix Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine with the sauce. Stir in the fresh basil and adjust seasoning if needed.
- 7
Plate and Serve
Serve the pasta hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and additional basil if desired.