Spaghetti al nero di seppia con gamberi alla puttanesca recipe

Spaghetti al Nero di Seppia con Gamberi alla Puttanesca recipe

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Recipe intro

spaghetti al nero di seppia con gamberi alla puttanesca is a delightful Italian seafood dish that combines the rich flavors of squid ink spaghetti with succulent shrimp in a traditional puttanesca sauce. The unique black color of the pasta adds visual appeal to the plate, while the briny and tangy flavors of the puttanesca sauce perfectly complement the sweetness of the shrimp. This recipe is quick and easy to prepare, making it a perfect choice for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Keywords: Spaghetti al nero di seppia, gamberi alla puttanesca, Italian seafood dish, squid ink spaghetti, traditional puttanesca sauce.

spaghetti al nero di seppia con gamberi alla puttanesca recipe details

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Ingredients

500 g	black squid ink Spaghetti, or any other Spaghetti
1 large can(s)	anchovy fillets in oil
400 g	beef tomatoes, chopped
1 glass(es)	tomato sauce
1	onion, chopped
4 clove(s)	garlic, chopped
2	red chili peppers
500 g	fresh shrimp, peeled, black vein removed
	salt and pepper
	paprika powder
1 bunch(es)	parsley, chopped
some	freshly grated Parmesan cheese
200 g	ricotta cheese
	oil for cooking

Instructions

Heat some oil in a wide pan, add the anchovy fillets and fry them, pressing them down and stirring with a wooden spoon until they almost have melted. Add the onion, garlic and chili peppers and fry for another 3-5 minutes. Now add the chopped tomatoes and the tomato sauce. Cook for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season to taste.

Meanwhile cook the spaghetti in salted water. Add the shrimp to the sauce and cook until just pink and done. Drain the spaghetti reserving an espresso cup of cooking water for the sauce. Add this to the sauce and add as well the spaghetti. Mix well and serve sprinkled with Parmesan, parsley and some Ricotta cheese.

Preparation time:
ca. 10 min
Cooking / Baking Time:
ca. 40 min
Grade of difficulty:
easy
Calories per portion:
n/a