Spaghetti Al Nero Recipe
long pasta strands | mediterranean cuttlefish | black ink
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Seafood
Aromatics
Liquids
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti.
Preparing the Sauce
- 2
Sauté Aromatics
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- 3
Cook Cuttlefish
Add the Mediterranean cuttlefish to the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes until they are tender and opaque. Stir occasionally.
- 4
Deglaze with Wine
Pour in the white wine and allow it to simmer for 2-3 minutes, scraping the bottom of the skillet to release any browned bits.
- 5
Add Cuttlefish Ink
Stir in the cuttlefish ink and red chili flakes, mixing well to combine. Cook for another 1-2 minutes.
