Amatriciana combines tomato, cured pork, Pecorino and pepper in one of central Italy’s best-known pasta sauces. It has enough richness for a satisfying main course while retaining the brightness of tomato.
What is in Amatriciana?
The Pastaus menu describes its Amatriciana with fresh tomato sauce, guanciale, wine, pepper and Pecorino cheese. Guanciale contributes savoury depth while Pecorino adds saltiness and character.
Which pasta shape works with Amatriciana?
Tube shapes such as rigatoni are especially good at carrying a chunky tomato-and-guanciale sauce, although long pasta can work beautifully too. Pastaus lets guests choose from the fresh pasta shapes available on the day.
Amatriciana, Carbonara and Gricia
These three sauces are closely related in flavour but have distinct personalities. Carbonara combines egg, guanciale, Pecorino and pepper; Gricia focuses on guanciale, Pecorino and pepper; Amatriciana introduces tomato to the combination.
Where to try Amatriciana in Valletta
Pastaus serves Amatriciana as part of its traditional sauce selection in Old Theatre Street, Valletta.