THE PEPPER-STUNG STRANDS

(Our Play on Pasta with Spicy Breadcrumbs)

THE PEPPER-STUNG STRANDS

Ingredients: 50g Panko breadcrumbs, 1 tsp Chili flakes, 3 cloves Garlic (minced), 60ml Olive oil, 1 tsp Black pepper, 1 tsp Dried Parsley, 200g Spaghetti...

Ingredients

  • 50g Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp Chili flakes
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 60ml Olive oil
  • 1 tsp Black pepper
  • 1 tsp Dried Parsley
  • 200g Spaghetti

Cooking Method

  1. The Scorch Fry breadcrumbs in 1 tbsp oil until deep golden and crunchy; remove.
  2. The Architect In the same pan, heat remaining oil and sauté garlic until fragrant.
  3. The Bloom Add chili, pepper, and dried parsley with a 20ml splash of pasta water to create a sharp fire-oil.
  4. The Marriage Toss the spaghetti through the oil; add the breadcrumbs at the very last second to keep the crunch.
  5. The Final Flourish Finish with a massive hit of raw fresh lemon juice.

Cuisine: Italian

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