Spaghetti with Anchovies and Crisp Garlic Crumbs Recipe
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Cook Time: 20 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 30 minutes
🥄 Servings: 4
Description:
Indulge in the savory delight of spaghetti intertwined with the umami richness of anchovies, complemented by the irresistible crunch of garlic-infused breadcrumbs. This recipe promises a culinary journey that tantalizes the taste buds in under 30 minutes!
Ingredients:
- 500g spaghetti
- 12 tbsp butter
- 60g garlic (finely minced)
- 2 anchovy fillets (finely chopped)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon rind (grated)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh chives (chopped)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving (optional)
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Add the spaghetti to a large saucepan of salted boiling water, boil, uncovered, until just tender, then drain. |
| 2 | Meanwhile, remove and discard the crusts from the bread, then blend or process the bread into crumbs. |
| 3 | In a medium frying pan, melt the butter over medium heat, then add the minced garlic and breadcrumbs; cook, stirring continuously, until the breadcrumbs are well browned and crispy. |
| 4 | Toss the hot cooked pasta with the chopped anchovies, grated lemon rind, lemon juice, chopped chives, olive oil, and the prepared garlic breadcrumbs until evenly distributed. |
| 5 | Season the spaghetti mixture with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences. |
| 6 | Serve the spaghetti immediately, optionally accompanied by lemon wedges for an extra burst of citrus flavor. Enjoy the medley of textures and flavors in each forkful of this delectable dish! |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 1103.8
- Fat: 44.9g
- Saturated Fat: 12.6g
- Cholesterol: 41.6mg
- Sodium: 1017.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 145.9g
- Fiber: 6.7g
- Sugar: 6.1g
- Protein: 28g
Keywords:
- Less than 30 Minutes
- Stove Top
Tips:
- For an extra kick of flavor, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the spaghetti before serving.
- To enhance the presentation, garnish the dish with freshly chopped parsley or grated Parmesan cheese.
- Ensure the breadcrumbs are evenly toasted to achieve the perfect crunchy texture without burning.
- Experiment with different pasta shapes to suit your preference, although spaghetti works wonderfully in this recipe.
- Adjust the amount of garlic according to your taste preference, ensuring it adds a robust flavor without overpowering the dish.
