This is a traditional Sicilian dish. It's full of flavour and aroma and uses ingredients typical of the region. This recipe also integrates fresh vegetables and traditional Mediterranean seasoning to make a simple yet rich sauce that works perfectly with spaghetti. Everyone loves Italian food, so why don't you try it?
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Nutrition (1 serving)
- 261 kcal
- 28 g carbohydrates
- 10 g fats
- 12 g protein
Per 3 portions
- 400 g spaghetti
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 400 g canned tomatoes
- 100 g black olives
- 2 tbsp capers
- 1 tsp oregano
- salt
- pepper
- fresh basil
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to the instructions until al dente.
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Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a pan. Add finely chopped onions and garlic, and fry until tender and translucent. Add capers, olives, tomatoes, and oregano. If you prefer spicy food, add some chilli. Mix and simmer for 20 minutes.
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After 20 minutes, season with salt and pepper. Drain the spaghetti, reserving some pasta water.
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Add the spaghetti to the sauce with a dash of the pasta cooking water. Mix well until the pasta is fully coated.
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Serve the Sicilian spaghetti with fresh basil.
