Angel Hair Pasta With Anchovy Sauce Recipe

This deceptively simple Angel Hair Pasta recipe features a secret ingredient: anchovies! They melt away into the sauce, leaving behind an unbelievably rich and savory flavor that will have your guests begging for more. Don't tell them the secret – let them guess! Pair with a fresh tossed salad and crusty Italian bread for a complete and unforgettable meal. Ready in under 15 minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 305.3 kcal
Protein 18g
Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Angel Hair Pasta With Anchovy Sauce

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How to Make Angel Hair Pasta With Anchovy Sauce

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a small saucepan over medium-low heat.
  2. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
  3. Add 4 anchovy fillets (packed in oil), along with 1 tablespoon of the oil from the can. Stir and cook for 2 minutes, until the anchovies have dissolved.
  4. Season generously with freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  5. Cook 4 ounces of angel hair pasta according to package directions.
  6. Drain the pasta, reserving about 1/4 cup of pasta water.
  7. Add the pasta to the anchovy sauce and toss to coat. Add a tablespoon or two of the reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
  8. Serve immediately, topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

7g

Carbs

14g