Basilicatan Spaghetti With Clams And Chili
Basilicatan Spaghetti with Clams and Chili is a classic dish from the Basilicatan (Lucanian) cuisine, known for its simple yet flavorful ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 pound spaghetti
- 2 pounds fresh clams, scrubbed
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 red chilies, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and chilies, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the clams to the pan, cover, and cook for 5-7 minutes or until the clams have opened. Discard any unopened clams.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the pan with the clams, toss to combine, and season with salt and pepper.
- Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
- Protein
- 18g
- Fat
- 10g
Supplies
Large pot Large pan Cooking spoon
Tools
Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve the Basilicatan Spaghetti with Clams and Chili with a side of crusty bread and a glass of white wine.
Tips & tricks
For the best flavor, use fresh clams and adjust the amount of chili according to your spice preference.
Cost
$20