Strozzapreti with mantis shrimp sauce
Strozzapreti is a particular type of pasta widely used throughout Italy, which, depending on the region, can have a very different appearance.
- Easy
- 25 min
- Kcal 474
Infernal Strozzapreti
406
Calories per serving
- Lactose Free
- Energy Kcal 406
- Carbohydrates g 63.3
- of which sugars g 13.4
- Protein g 11.2
- Fats g 12
- of which saturated fat g 1.82
- Fiber g 4.1
- Cholesterol mg 14
- Sodium mg 707
- Difficulty: Easy
- Prep time: 10 min
- Cook time: 20 min
- Serving: 4
- Cost: Low
PRESENTATION
Strozzapreti infernali is a classic from Central Italy that really cranks up the heat and fun. This twisted, hand-rolled pasta shape is super popular in Emilia-Romagna and Umbria. And the sauce? It's fiery red and totally pops on the plate. People always get a kick out of its wild nickname—"priest strangler pasta"—but the real surprise is the punchy, tangy flavor from Mediterranean staples like anchovies, capers and a big hit of chili pepper. Really packs a punch.
Add in sweet tomato sauce, and look, the colors end up like a Halloween party—bright, a little spooky, and just full of flavor. Folks in the region love how this pasta holds chunky sauces, so every mouthful is covered in that rich and spicy goodness. No wonder it shows up at festive dinners where bold food rules the table. Watching guests dive in expecting a typical Italian pasta recipe is part of the fun. They light up at the spicy twist.
The combo of salty anchovies and briny capers is super for coastal Central Italy—think of it like the wild cousin of a normal strozzapreti pasta dish. Even though it gets hyped for Halloween, this is the kind of food that works any time people want something different and zesty. Homemade strozzapreti turns out tender and just a bit chewy, perfect for scooping up all that sauce. Some cooks in Umbria might toss in extra capers for more bite, or swap in local hot peppers, showing off the best of authentic strozzapreti preparation.
Whether you call it "pasta alla cucunciata" or just crave a real homemade strozzapreti dinner, this dish proves that simple ingredients can pack a punch and bring people together. Food that’s anything but boring. Serve it up and watch everyone go for seconds. For real. Impressed by how a few bold touches can turn pasta night into a party. So, if you're looking to spice up your table with a strozzapreti recipe that's bursting with flavor, this is the one to try!
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- INGREDIENTS
- Strozzapreti pasta 9 oz (250 g)
- Garlic 1 clove
- Fresh chili pepper 2 - very spicy
- Tomato purée 1 cup (400 g)
- Anchovies in oil 1.8 oz (50 g)
- Caper berries 1.4 oz (40 g) - (cucunci)
- Fine salt to taste
- Extra virgin olive oil 3 tbsp (40 g)
- Black pepper to taste
406
Calories per serving
Preparation
How to prepare Infernal Strozzapreti
To prepare the infernal strozzapreti, start by rinsing the caper berries under running water, then remove the stem from the berries 1, slice the larger ones 2, and leave the smaller ones whole. Rinse the hot peppers, remove the stem and cut them into strips 3.
At this point, place a pot full of lightly salted water on the stove for cooking the pasta and prepare the sauté: pour the oil into a large pan, add the garlic, and let it brown. Then remove it 4 and add the anchovy fillets drained from the preserving oil 5. Let them fry for a couple of minutes and add a ladle of water 6.
Continue cooking until the anchovies are almost completely melted, then add the chili pepper 7. Also, add the tomato sauce 8, and adjust with salt 9 and pepper.
Stir everything 10 and let it cook for about ten minutes, then add the caper berries 11. In the meantime, cook the strozzapreti 12.
Drain them al dente and pour them directly into the pan 13 where you will finish cooking with the sauce 14. Plate your infernal strozzapreti 15 and serve them hot!
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