Spicy Spaghetti with Fennel and Herbs

Health score
9%
Spicy Spaghetti with Fennel and Herbs
45 min.
8
376kcal

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Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with our Spicy Spaghetti with Fennel and Herbs! This vibrant dish is not just a meal—it's an experience for all your senses. Perfectly cooked spaghetti is enveloped in a savory sauce featuring the warm, slightly sweet notes of fennel, fresh garlic, and just the right kick from large red jalapeños. Every bite bursts with flavor, thanks to the delightful addition of crispy pancetta and the richness of Pecorino cheese.

What sets this recipe apart is how it perfectly balances heat and aromatic herbs, making it an ideal choice for both a comforting lunch or a show-stopping dinner side. The low-salt chicken broth enhances the dish's flavor while keeping it light, while a scattering of parsley not only adds color but also a fresh finish. Ready in just 45 minutes, this dish is perfect for gatherings, as it serves up to 8 people—great for a family feast or a special occasion with friends.

So, whether you’re an experienced home cook or just venturing into the culinary world, this Spicy Spaghetti with Fennel and Herbs will surely become a staple in your kitchen. Get ready to impress your loved ones and elevate your weekday meals with this delightful pasta dish. Bon Appétit!

Ingredients

  • 5.5 teaspoons fennel seeds crushed
  •  garlic clove chopped
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • 1.5 cups chicken broth 
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • ounce pancetta italian chopped ( bacon)
  • tablespoons parsley fresh italian divided finely chopped
  • 1.5 cups pecorino cheese divided finely grated
  • 0.3 cup jalapeno red seeded finely chopped
  • pound pasta like spaghetti 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • pot

Directions

  1. Sauté pancetta in large skillet over mediumheat until pancetta is golden. Using slottedspoon, transfer pancetta to paper towels.
  2. Add 1 tablespoon oil to drippings in skillet.
  3. Add garlic and chiles; sauté over mediumheat 1 minute.
  4. Add fennel; cook untilbeginning to soften, 5 minutes.
  5. Mix inbroth, 2 tablespoons parsley, lemon juice,and fennel seeds. Bring to boil. Reduceheat to low, cover, and cook until fennel isvery tender, 20 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat.Season with salt and pepper.
  7. Cook pasta until tender; drain. Reserve1 cup cooking liquid. Return pasta to pot.
  8. Uncover skillet with fennel mixtureand return to high heat. Cook until almostall liquid is absorbed, about 4 minutes.
  9. Add fennel to pasta. Stir in 2 tablespoonsoil, 1/2 cup cheese, and pancetta.
  10. Addcooking liquid by 1/4 cupfuls if dry. Tosspasta; transfer to serving bowl.
  11. Sprinkle 2tablespoons parsley over.
  12. Serve with cheese.
  13. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories376kcal
Protein17.15%
Fat33.98%
Carbs48.87%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22
Glycemic Load
17.57
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
13.858260722264%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.18mg
Hesperetin
0.54mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Apigenin
4.31mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.32mg
Quercetin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:376.19kcal
18.81%
Fat:14.16g
21.78%
Saturated Fat:5.36g
33.48%
Carbohydrates:45.81g
15.27%
Net Carbohydrates:43.24g
15.72%
Sugar:2.22g
2.47%
Cholesterol:26.52mg
8.84%
Sodium:315.35mg
13.71%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:16.08g
32.16%
Selenium:40.89µg
58.42%
Vitamin K:36.43µg
34.7%
Manganese:0.65mg
32.55%
Phosphorus:291.3mg
29.13%
Calcium:236.24mg
23.62%
Vitamin C:15.38mg
18.64%
Magnesium:47.96mg
11.99%
Copper:0.23mg
11.38%
Vitamin B3:2.22mg
11.12%
Zinc:1.56mg
10.4%
Fiber:2.57g
10.29%
Vitamin B6:0.19mg
9.53%
Iron:1.51mg
8.42%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.25%
Potassium:268.26mg
7.66%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.87%
Vitamin A:322.79IU
6.46%
Vitamin B12:0.31µg
5.12%
Vitamin E:0.73mg
4.85%
Folate:17.04µg
4.26%
Vitamin B5:0.42mg
4.17%
Source:Epicurious