Creamy Spicy Spaghetti

I’m sharing this yummy pasta dish that comes from my December Recipe Pack.

This is just one of several resources that my nutrition clients receive each month.

Prep Time: 5 minutes, Cook Time: 15 minutes 
Servings: 4
Macro Breakdown for 1 serving (1/4 of recipe without add-ins): 
280 calories — 17g protein, 59g carbs, 12g fat *9g fiber

Ingredients

• 10.5 oz. (300g) spaghetti; whole wheat or protein pasta like Banza will add fiber

• 1 tbsp. olive oil

• 3 garlic cloves, chopped

• 2 tbsp. chili paste/sambal oelek

• 1 tbsp. tomato paste

• 10.5 oz. (300g) canned diced tomatoes

• 1 cup (240ml) water

• ½ tsp. salt

• 3 egg yolks

• ½ cup (45g) parmesan cheese, grated

• ½ tsp. ground black pepper

• Add-ins for higher protein: chicken breast, shrimp, Greek yogurt for all of half of parmesan cheese

• Add-ins for lower carbs: spinach, zucchini noodles, kale, spaghetti squash for all OR half of pasta

Directions:

1. Cook the spaghetti according to the instructions on packaging.

2. Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a pot over a medium/high heat and cook the garlic for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant. Now add chili paste and tomato paste and cook for a further 30 seconds.

3. Add the diced tomatoes, water, and season with salt. Mix together to combine, bring to a gentle simmer and allow to cook for 3 minutes.

4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, parmesan cheese and black pepper.

5. Add the pasta to the sauce together with the egg & parmesan cheese mixture and cook for a further 2-3 minutes, until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.

6. Finally add the cooked spaghetti to the pot and stir until the pasta is completely covered in the creamy sauce. Serve immediately.

Try this spicy spaghetti out and let me know what you think. I would love for you to tag me in your kitchen adventures on Facebook or Instagram @hollywaydarcy :)