Arrabbiata Pasta recipe served on a plate, by Katie's Pizza & Pasta at Ballpark Village
Jul 13 2026

Arrabbiata Pasta Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Make Arrabbiata Pasta 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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Pasta and Sauce Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

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 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.

2

Prepare the Sauce

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red chili flakes. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.

3

Add Tomatoes

Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and add salt. Stir well to combine. Let the sauce simmer for about 10-15 minutes, allowing it to thicken and the flavors to meld.

4

Combine Pasta and Sauce

Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water until you reach the desired consistency.

5

Finish and Serve

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped basil. Serve the Arrabbiata pasta hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.