Linguine with creamy ‘Nduja tomato sauce. This 20-minute dinner hits all the flavor spots. It’s spicy, funky and delicious. Fiery ‘Nduja salami is the star in this smooth tomato sauce made with sun-dried tomatoes and a splash of cream. Serve with plenty of parmesan and a big fresh side salad.
‘Nduja is a spreadable, soft and spicy salami from Calabria, that consists of pork meat, lard, Calabrian red chilli peppers and salt. It can be used in many ways, from spreading on bruschetta, swirling into risotto, topping a pizza to adding to pasta sauces. This spicy recipe is a great way to experiment with this funky sausage.
Because of its fiery heat, we’re adding a little cream and grated parmesan to the sauce. ‘Nduja will melt completely in the pasta sauce, so don’t expect to find any chunks.
The result is super comforting and delicious, like can’t-put-your-fork-down-delicious.
Let me guide you through the recipe with this step-by-step VIDEO.
It’s perfect for a busy weeknight, but luxurious enough for a cosy and relaxing night in. It involves very little prep work, but comes with a big flavor payoff. Make sure to serve it with plenty of parmesan and some crusty bread to mop up all that delicious sauce.
RECIPE NOTES
- ‘Nduja is a quite spicy salami, if you’d like to try it but you’re afraid your pasta will be too spicy, use just 50 g/2 oz for a milder taste. Use more for a spicy result, so you can really taste the ‘Nduja in all its delicious glory
- you can find ‘Nduja in a larger supermarket, in shops that specialize in Italian products or online
- add more veggies, like spinach or roasted bell peppers
- serve with a big side salad drizzled with olive oil and balsamic vinegar
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Calories Per Serving: 517 kcalLinguine with Creamy 'Nduja Tomato Sauce
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How would this be without meat?
Hi, to mimic the spicy meat you can add sun-dried tomatoes, olive oil, smoked paprika, red chili paste and salt to a blender. Process everything until a paste forms. Then follow the recipe as written. Hope you love it!