Learn to make Pasta con Agretti, a flavorful Italian recipe perfect for spring.

Pasta con agretti

Pasta con agretti is a delightful Italian recipe that celebrates the arrival of spring with its light, creamy, and incredibly flavorful profile. Known as ‘barba di frate,’ agretti offer a crunchy texture and earthy aftertaste, similar to spinach, pairing perfectly with the classic combination of garlic, oil, and chili pepper.

In this version, we’ve chosen spaghetti to best envelop the vegetable and garlic cream, creating a balanced and rich flavor in every bite. Preparing Pasta con agretti is easy and takes just a few minutes: by following our step-by-step recipe, you’ll bring a genuine and quick dish to the table that will win everyone over at first taste!

Explore more delicious agretti pasta recipes:

• Pasta with agretti and ricotta
• Pasta with agretti and speck
• Maltagliati with barba di frate
• Pasta salad with agretti and prawns

Ingredients

• 300g spaghetti
• 200g agretti
• 3 cloves garlic
• 50ml extra virgin olive oil
• 1 red chili pepper
• Salt to taste
• Pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Clean the agretti by removing the roots and washing them thoroughly under running water.
2. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente.
3. Meanwhile, in a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add the minced garlic and chopped chili pepper. Sauté for a few minutes until fragrant.
4. Add the agretti to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until they are tender.
5. Drain the spaghetti, reserving a cup of pasta water. Add the spaghetti to the skillet with the agretti.
6. Toss everything together, adding a little pasta water if needed to create a creamy sauce.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately.

Total Time: 30 min

Cuisine: Italian