Viral Spaghetti all’Assassina: I tried them and I’m telling you the truth about the famous crispy pasta cooked directly in a pan that is going viral on TikTok and social media.
It was impossible not to try it: Spaghetti all’Assassina is now everywhere, videos on TikTok, photos on social media and everyone talks about it as the best pasta in the world.
So today I too gave in to temptation and wanted to prepare it in my kitchen to understand if it is really as special as they say.
It is a very tasty tomato pasta that has a different cooking method than usual: the spaghetti is cooked directly in the pan without being boiled first, just like a risotto, with a broth of water and tomato paste added little by little.
The result is a crispy, slightly charred pasta with an intense flavor.
I must be honest: it’s good, indeed very good, but not as revolutionary as it seems on social media.
For those used to the classic garlic and tomato pasta made in the traditional way, the flavor is the same rustic and bold as always, only with a crispier texture and a bit more “pushed”.
In short, a viral recipe that is worth trying at least once out of curiosity… and to be able to say: yes, I made it too 😄
Here is my simple and stress-free version below.
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 5 Minutes
- Portions: 2
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients
- 4.2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- coarse salt
- 1 clove garlic
- chili pepper
- 14 oz tomato puree
- 1 drizzle extra virgin olive oil
- 7 oz spaghetti
Tools
- 1 Saucepan
- 1 Frying Pan
Preparation
Start by boiling some water with tomato paste and a pinch of coarse salt: this will be used to cook the spaghetti directly in the pan.
Meanwhile, prepare the base with extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, and plenty of chili pepper, allowing it to gently fry.
Then add the tomato puree and let it cook for a few minutes with the lid on.
When the sauce is ready, add the raw spaghetti directly into the pan.
At first, they are stiff and difficult to mix, but just keep turning them patiently: they will gradually soften and begin to absorb all the tomato flavor.
When the spaghetti is soft and “charred”, start adding the prepared tomato broth a little at a time.
Continue cooking, stirring often, allowing the pasta to slightly toast at the bottom for the classic crispy effect of Spaghetti all’Assassina.
Once cooked and well-flavored, just plate and serve immediately. 🔥
✨ Final Recipe Notes
Spaghetti all’Assassina is one of those viral recipes worth trying at least once, especially if you love intense flavors and bold tomato pasta.
The cooking method in the pan is different from usual and requires some attention, but the result is a pasta crispy on the outside and soft inside, with a rustic and enveloping flavor.
To tell the truth: it is a delicious and flavorful pasta, but for those who often make the classic garlic, oil, and tomato pasta, the taste is not so far from the usual.
The difference is all in the texture and the “risotto” style cooking that makes it special and certainly scenic.
If you have never tried it, I recommend making it at least once: it’s a simple, economical recipe perfect for bringing something different to the table.
And let’s be honest… it was impossible not to give in to the temptation of the most viral pasta of the moment 😄
Let me know if you have already tried it and what you think: team Spaghetti all’Assassina yes or no?
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
How do you get crispy Spaghetti all’Assassina?
To get crispy Spaghetti all’Assassina, it is important to cook them directly in the pan with the tomato sauce and add the broth gradually. This way, the pasta slightly toasts at the bottom creating the typical tasty crust.
Are Spaghetti all’Assassina really spicy?
The traditional recipe includes plenty of chili pepper, but you can adjust it according to your taste. If you prefer a milder flavor, just reduce the amount without losing the dish’s bold character.
