Spicy Tomato Spaghetti – Kadija Dine

Ingredients

• 12 ounces (340g) spaghetti
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (28 ounces/800g) crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• ½ teaspoon Kadija Dine spice (adjust to taste)
• ½ teaspoon sugar
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
• Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)
• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
• Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.
• Drain and set aside.
• In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
• Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
• Stir in the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
• Pour in the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, sugar, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
• Allow the sauce to simmer over low to medium heat for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. This will help the flavors meld and the sauce to thicken.
• Once the sauce has thickened to your liking, remove it from the heat.
• Serve the cooked spaghetti on plates and spoon the spicy red sauce over the top.
• Garnish with fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
• Serve your delicious and spicy red sauce spaghetti immediately. You can also accompany it with garlic bread or a side salad for a complete meal.