Arrabbiata means “angry” in Italian. The name is a playful nod to the sauce’s fiery chili heat. It comes from Rome and the surrounding Lazio region, where it has long been a favourite.
The classic version is beautifully simple: garlic and dried red chili gently cooked in olive oil, then simmered with tomatoes into a bold, spicy sauce. Few ingredients, big flavour, and a heat you can feel.