Spaghetti with Anchovy Sauce, Cherry Tomatoes, and Pistachio Crumble

Spaghetti with Anchovy Sauce and Cherry Tomatoes

Category: Pasta Dishes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the pistachio crumble.
In a bowl, combine crushed pistachios with breadcrumbs. In a small skillet, heat some extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add the breadcrumbs and pistachios to the pan, and lightly salt. Stir until golden and crispy, then set aside.

Step 2: Sauté the tomatoes and seasonings.
Wash the cherry tomatoes and cut them in half lengthwise. In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat with one crushed garlic clove and half a fresh chili pepper. Add the Taggiasca olives and cook for about a minute, allowing the flavors to infuse. Once the garlic and chili have softened, remove them from the pan.

Step 3: Cook the tomatoes.
Add the halved yellow cherry tomatoes to the pan. Allow them to cook gently over low heat for about 15 minutes, covered with a lid, until the tomatoes soften and release their juices.

Step 4: Cook the spaghetti.
Meanwhile, bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil (keep in mind that the anchovy sauce and capers will add salt to the dish). Cook the spaghetti for 4 minutes less than the package instructions. Reserve some pasta cooking water before draining.

Step 5: Combine and finish the dish.
Once the pasta is drained, transfer it directly into the pan with the tomatoes. Use the reserved pasta water as needed to help finish cooking the pasta and emulsify the sauce. Once the spaghetti is al dente, remove the pan from the heat.

Step 6: Final touches.
Add the lemon zest to the pan, stirring well to combine and create a smooth, flavorful sauce. Drizzle in the anchovy sauce and give everything a final toss. Taste for seasoning, and adjust with salt if needed.

Step 7: Serve.
Serve the spaghetti immediately, garnished with fresh basil leaves, the pistachio crumble, and a pinch of sugar to balance the flavors. Enjoy your delightful, flavorful dish of Spaghetti with Anchovy Sauce and Cherry Tomatoes!

This pasta recipe is a perfect blend of rich anchovy umami, fresh tomato sweetness, and a crunchy pistachio topping. It’s a simple yet elegant dish that’s ideal for any pasta lover looking to enjoy something a little different with a punch of Mediterranean flavors.