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.

Basilicatan Spaghetti With Clams And Chili

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

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and chilies, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add the clams to the pan, cover, and cook for 5-7 minutes or until the clams have opened. Discard any unopened clams.
  4. Add the cooked spaghetti to the pan with the clams, toss to combine, and season with salt and pepper.
  5. 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