This bold and satisfying Marry Berry Spiced Aubergine And Fresh Tomato Spaghetti is made with oven-roasted aubergine, juicy ripe tomatoes, warm ground coriander, red chilli, and a touch of fresh parsley. The combination creates a bright, spicy sauce that clings beautifully to strands of pasta. It takes about 45 minutes from start to finish and serves 6. Serve it with garlic bread or a crisp green salad for a wholesome weeknight meal.
Marry Berry Spiced Aubergine And Fresh Tomato Spaghetti Ingredients
- 6 large ripe tomatoes
- 2 aubergines, diced into 2cm (¾in) cubes
- 6 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 1 large banana shallot, finely chopped
- 2 large garlic cloves, finely grated
- 1 red chilli, deseeded and finely diced
- 2 heaped tbsp tomato purée
- 1 tsp caster sugar
- 250g (9oz) spaghetti
- Knob of butter
- Small bunch of parsley, leaves chopped
How To Make Marry Berry Spiced Aubergine And Fresh Tomato Spaghetti
- Preheat The Oven: Set oven to 200°C/180°C Fan/Gas 6.
- Prepare Tomatoes: Score the base of each tomato with a cross and place in boiling water for 30 seconds. Cool under cold water, peel, then roughly chop.
- Roast The Aubergine: Arrange aubergine cubes in a roasting tin, brush with 2 tbsp oil, season, sprinkle with coriander, and roast for 20–25 minutes until golden.
- Make The Sauce: In a frying pan, heat remaining oil. Fry shallot for 2 minutes, then add garlic and chilli for 30 seconds. Stir in chopped tomatoes, tomato purée, and sugar. Simmer gently.
- Cook The Pasta: Boil spaghetti according to packet directions. Drain, reserving 4 tbsp cooking water.
- Finish And Serve: Add pasta, reserved water, roasted aubergines, butter, and parsley to the sauce. Toss to combine and check seasoning before serving hot.
Recipe Tips
- Skin Tomatoes Easily: Blanching makes peeling quick and mess-free.
- Golden Aubergine: Roast until browned for better flavor and texture.
- Use Pasta Water: Helps loosen the sauce and coats spaghetti smoothly.
- Don’t Skip Butter: Adds richness and balance to the spicy sauce.
What To Serve With Spaghetti
This flavorful spaghetti dish goes great with garlic bread, a rocket salad with lemon dressing, or grilled courgettes. For drinks, try a light red wine like Pinot Noir or a cold sparkling water with lemon.
How To Store Spaghetti
Refrigerate: Best eaten fresh, but you can refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Freeze: Not suitable for freezing.
Spaghetti Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 420
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Sodium: 150mg
FAQs
Can I use canned tomatoes instead of fresh?
Yes, if short on time, use a good-quality canned tomato, but fresh gives the best flavor.
What’s a good substitute for aubergine?
Courgettes or mushrooms work well if aubergine isn’t available.
Is this recipe very spicy?
No, the heat is mild. Add extra chilli if you prefer it hot.
Can I use a different pasta?
Absolutely—penne, linguine, or tagliatelle will also work well.
Can I make this vegan?
Yes, just skip the butter or use a vegan alternative.
Marry Berry Spiced Aubergine And Fresh Tomato Spaghetti
Description
A fragrant, mildly spicy pasta dish with roasted aubergine and a fresh tomato-chilli sauce, perfect for cozy weeknights.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Blanch, peel, and chop tomatoes.
- Roast aubergine with 2 tbsp oil and coriander at 200°C for 20–25 min.
- Sauté shallot in oil, add garlic, chilli, tomatoes, purée, and sugar. Simmer.
- Cook spaghetti and reserve 4 tbsp pasta water.
- Add pasta, water, aubergine, butter, parsley to sauce. Toss and season.
- Serve hot with garnish of choice.
Notes
- Blanch tomatoes quickly to peel.
- Roast aubergine until golden and soft.
- Save pasta water to bind sauce.
- Use fresh herbs for the best finish.