Spaghetti Siciliana

Transport your taste buds to the sun-soaked shores of Southern Italy with this vibrant and flavorful Spaghetti Siciliana recipe. Made with al dente spaghetti tossed in a rich, savory tomato sauce infused with the briny tang of capers, the salty depth of anchovy fillets, and the bold flavors of black olives, this dish is a celebration of traditional Sicilian cuisine. Aromatic garlic, red onion, and a touch of chili flakes add warmth, while freshly chopped parsley and torn basil leaves bring a bright, herbaceous finish. Perfect for a quick yet elegant weeknight dinner, this classic Italian pasta pairs beautifully with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and a crusty loaf of artisan bread. Ready in just 30 minutes, this one-pan wonder promises to be your next go-to spaghetti recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams spaghetti
• 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped red onion
• 3 finely minced garlic cloves
• 400 grams canned chopped tomatoes
• 100 grams, pitted and sliced black olives
• 2 tablespoons capers
• 4 anchovy fillets
• 0.5 teaspoons chili flakes
• 3 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
• 10 small leaves, torn fresh basil leaves
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper
• 50 grams, grated (optional) Parmesan cheese

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the chopped red onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic, chili flakes, and anchovy fillets. Cook for 1-2 minutes, breaking the anchovies down with a spoon until they dissolve.

Step 5

Add the canned chopped tomatoes to the skillet. Stir well and let the sauce simmer for 8-10 minutes, lowering the heat as needed.

Step 6

Stir in the sliced olives, capers, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to heat everything through. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 7

Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. If the mixture seems too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta water to loosen it.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the fresh parsley and basil leaves.

Step 9

Serve immediately, garnished with additional basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1338.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1765.1

Total Fat 94.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 84.5mg	0%
Sodium 6136.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 167.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.3g	0%
Total Sugars 21.2g
Protein 71.9g	0%

Vitamin D 320IU	0%
Calcium 1022.3mg	0%
Iron 25.2mg	0%
Potassium 1745.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.0%

Protein: 15.9%

Carbs: 37.1%