Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsEverett'sSpic Spiked With A Spack Recipe

Spic Spiked With A Spack Recipe

Inspired by Everett's
Time30m
Serves4

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. 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. 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

  1. 3

    Cook the Vegetables

    Add the chopped onion and diced bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until they soften.

  2. 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.

  3. 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

  1. 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.

  2. 7

    Plate and Serve

    Serve the pasta hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and additional basil if desired.

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