Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Moroccan Pasta

Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Moroccan Pasta

The Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Moroccan Pasta is a beautiful fusion of bold Mediterranean flavors and comforting pasta. With briny olives, rich artichoke hearts, and sweet plum tomatoes, this dish is full of character but incredibly simple to prepare. I made it on a night when I wanted something a little different but easy—and it absolutely hit the spot. (inspired by Jamie Oliver)

Ingredients Needed

  • 150g vermicelli or angel hair pasta
  • 75g mixed marinated olives
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 140g artichoke hearts in oil (from a 280g jar)
  • 1 x 400g tin plum tomatoes

How To Make Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Moroccan Pasta

  1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a pot of salted water to the boil. Cook your vermicelli or angel hair pasta according to package instructions. Before draining, reserve a mugful of the cooking water to help finish the sauce later.
  2. Prep the Aromatics:If your olives have stones, remove them now. Peel and finely chop the garlic. Drain the artichokes but save some of that flavourful oil—it’s going to add a ton of depth.
  3. Start the Sauce:Heat 2 tablespoons of the reserved artichoke oil in a large non-stick pan over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic, olives, and artichokes. Fry everything gently, stirring occasionally, until lightly golden and fragrant—about 3–4 minutes.
  4. Add the Tomatoes: Crush the plum tomatoes with your hands or a spoon and press them through a coarse sieve into the pan (this step helps create a smoother sauce). Season with salt and pepper and let it simmer for a few minutes until it thickens slightly.
  5. Combine and Serve: Add the drained pasta straight into the pan. Toss everything together, using some of the reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce if needed. Give it a good mix so the sauce coats every strand. Serve hot, with a drizzle of olive oil if you like.
Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Moroccan Pasta
Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Moroccan Pasta

Why I Love This Recipe

This dish is packed with flavor from just five ingredients. The olives and artichokes give it a lovely saltiness and depth, while the tomatoes bring balance and sweetness. It’s fast, unique, and totally satisfying. Perfect for when you want something vegetarian but bold and comforting.

Recipe Tips

  • Use quality olives: Marinated ones are best—they bring extra flavor right from the jar.
  • Keep the artichoke oil: It’s infused with herbs and garlic, so don’t waste it!
  • Crush and sieve the tomatoes: This step gives you a velvety sauce with no tomato chunks or skins.
  • Don’t skip the pasta water: It’s the secret to making your sauce cling to the noodles.
  • Fry garlic gently: Golden, not burnt! Burnt garlic can make the dish bitter.

How To Store This Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Moroccan Pasta

  • At Room Temperature: Don’t leave it out for more than 1–2 hours. Store leftovers promptly.
  • In the Fridge: Transfer cooled leftovers to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
  • In the Freezer: Not ideal—this pasta is best enjoyed fresh. Freezing may change the texture.
  • Reheating: Reheat gently in a pan over medium heat with a splash of water or olive oil, stirring occasionally until warmed through.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • Can I use regular pasta instead of vermicelli?
    Absolutely! Spaghetti, linguine, or even penne will work well.
  • What if I don’t have a sieve for the tomatoes?
    You can crush them by hand or blend them briefly—just aim for a smooth consistency.
  • Can I add protein to this dish?
    Yes—grilled chicken or chickpeas would be great additions.
  • Is this dish spicy?
    Not at all. But you can add chili flakes or harissa for heat if you like!
  • Do I need to rinse the olives?
    No—use them straight from the jar. They’re already seasoned to perfection.

Nutrition Facts

  • Calories: 548 kcal
  • Fat: 24.3g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.4g
  • Protein: 9.4g
  • Carbohydrates: 72.6g
  • Sugars: 7.9g
  • Salt: 1.8g
  • Fibre: 5.3g

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Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Moroccan Pasta

Course: 5 Ingredients Recipes
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

15

minutes
Calories

548

kcal

A bold, vibrant pasta dish with olives, artichokes, and plum tomatoes—quick to make, packed with Mediterranean flavor, and perfect for a weeknight dinner with just five simple ingredients.

Ingredients

  • 150g vermicelli or angel hair pasta

  • 75g marinated olives

  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped

  • 140g artichoke hearts in oil

  • 1 x 400g tin plum tomatoes

Directions

  • Cook pasta in salted water. Reserve some cooking water, then drain.
  • In a pan, heat 2 tbsp artichoke oil. Add garlic, olives, and artichokes. Cook until golden.
  • Crush tomatoes and press through a sieve into the pan. Season and simmer.
  • Add pasta, toss everything together. Use pasta water to loosen if needed.
  • Serve hot with extra oil if desired.

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