Spaghetti alla Turiddu

Name: Spaghetti alla Turiddu
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: Spaghetti 5.6 oz; Cluster tomatoes 1 ¼ cup; Green olives 2.3 oz; Fine salt to taste; Black pepper to taste; Oregano dry 1 tsp; Pecorino cheese Sicilian to taste; Oregano fresh to taste

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Lactose Free
Vegetarian

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Serving: 2
Cost: Low

PRESENTATION

Recipe by
Sebastian Fitarau

Spaghetti alla Turiddu is one of those traditional Sicilian dishes that just brings the best of the island right to your table. Really good stuff. This pasta captures the tender texture of perfect spaghetti, tossed in a sauce that's bursting with Mediterranean freshness. To be honest, in Sicily, this dish has been a favorite for years, and it is super easy to see why. The sauce starts with rich, sweet Ramato tomatoes, breaking down to create a bright, punchy base. What really sets this dish apart is the generous sprinkle of oregano—it's not subtle, and that's a good thing. It fills your kitchen with that main aroma unique to Sicilian cooking. And look, a touch of garlic and a bit of chili pepper keep things exciting, giving every bite just enough kick to awaken your taste buds.

In Sicily, simplicity in cooking is key, and spaghetti alla turiddu perfectly balances this with its creamy, moist finish. So here's the thing: this is achieved by stirring in grated Sicilian Pecorino cheese at the end, through a quick mantecatura move that brings everything together, making each forkful so so smooth. Some regions in Sicily might add eggplant or more heat, but this classic version keeps it traditional. It's a shining example of how Sicilian pasta recipes use just a few ingredients to create something really special. This dish does not try too hard; it's good, honest food that showcases why authentic Italian pasta recipes are beloved everywhere.

Sitting down with a plate of this feels special—tangy, golden, and just the right kind of simple. Pretty simple. No fancy frills, just a lot of flavor, a lot of heart, and a true taste of Sicilian tradition. Whether you're enjoying it with family or serving it up for friends, Spaghetti alla Turiddu brings the heart of Sicily into every bite, making it an unforgettable culinary experience that's both satisfying and comforting. So... Grab a fork and enjoy the unique and delicious journey through Sicily's rich culinary landscape. Seriously good.

How to prepare Spaghetti alla Turiddu

To prepare Turiddu Spaghetti, cut the chili pepper in half 1, wash and dice the tomatoes 2. In a pan, heat some oil with garlic and chili pepper 3.

Add the tomato 4, salt 5, pepper, and dried oregano 6.

Cover with a lid and cook for 20 minutes on low heat 7. Halfway through the sauce cooking, boil the spaghetti for the time indicated on the package 8. When the spaghetti is al dente, remove the garlic and chili pepper from the sauce 9.

Add the olives 10, a ladle of the cooking water 11, and more dried oregano to taste 12.

Drain the spaghetti here 13, fragrance with fresh oregano 14. Mix the spaghetti with the grated Pecorino cheese with the heat off 15.

Mix to combine 16, then serve the Turiddu Spaghetti immediately with more Pecorino to taste 17 and fresh oregano leaves 18.

Storage

We recommend consuming Turiddu Spaghetti immediately.

Advice

There are several variations of this pasta; some add anchovies, capers, and even toasted breadcrumbs.

Curiosity

These spaghetti take their name from one of the protagonists of Cavalleria rusticana, the famous theatrical play by Pietro Mascagni, inspired by the novella of the same name by Giovanni Verga.

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