Penne arrabbiata: How to make authentic spicy Italian pasta at home

Penne Arrabbiata is a classic Italian pasta dish known for its bold, spicy tomato sauce made with garlic, chilli, and olive oil.

Ingredients

• 300g penne pasta
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
• 2 tsp red chilli flakes (adjust to taste)
• 400g crushed or canned tomatoes
• 2 tbsp tomato paste (optional, for a richer sauce)
• Salt, to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tsp sugar (optional, if tomatoes are too acidic)
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or basil
• Grated Parmesan for serving (optional)
• Black olives (optional)

Preparation

Serving suggestion

Pair with warm garlic bread.