Angel Hair Pasta with Raw Tomato Sauce

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Total Time
Approximately 30 minutes
Prep Time
10-15 minutes
Cook Time
10-12 minutes
Rating
4.8 out of 5 stars
(200)

Ingredients

4-6 servings
  • 3 pounds fresh, best-quality tomatoes
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice or red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon coarse salt, plus more to taste
  • 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 pound dried capellini or angel-hair spaghetti
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
  • To serve: grated ricotta salata or Parmigiano-Reggiano and a drizzle of olive oil
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Chef’s notes

Adjust garlic to taste as some may prefer a stronger flavor.
Allowing the sauce to marinate longer enhances the flavor.
Using red wine vinegar in place of lemon juice works well if lemon is unavailable.
Coring tomatoes fully and squeezing seeds helps avoid a watery sauce.
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