This Fire and Ice Pasta features a spicy arrabbiata sauce with a hint of cooling lime and cilantro. It's a deliciously balanced dish that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
Ingredients
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish
Directions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 1 minute.
- Add diced tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine. Stir in lime juice and cilantro.
- Serve hot with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese on top.
Interesting Facts
The contrast of spicy arrabbiata sauce with the cooling lime and cilantro creates a unique flavor profile.
This dish can be easily customized by adjusting the amount of red pepper flakes to suit your preference.
The combination of flavors in this dish is reminiscent of a popular Thai dish called Pad Kee Mao.