The Easiest Marmite Pasta (3 ingredients!)
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Marmite pasta consists of bold savory marmite, tender spaghetti noodles, and nutty parmesan cheese. Just 3 ingredients and you are eating this heavenly meal in less than 15 minutes!
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Why you’ll love this recipe
I have grown up eating marmite on toast, but now marmite is being used in loads of creative ways. There are hot drinks, cocktails, Starbucks cookies and even marmite spaghetti recipes. When I first saw that Nigella Lawson, queen of food writing, had a spaghetti with marmite recipe, I knew I wanted to create one of my own.
I kept this really simple to showcase the marmite flavor with just a bit of punch from the parmesan cheese. I hope you love this easy spaghetti recipe that just takes 3 ingredients to make.
Fast – All you have to do is make the spaghetti noodles for this recipe and voila…you have spaghetti with marmite!
Flavorful – The marmite brings loads of rich umami to this dish.
Budget Friendly – Because there are only 3 ingredients, this dish is definitely inexpensive to make.
Customizable– You can use any type of pasta you have and also add things like chicken or vegetables if you like.
Satisfy your pasta cravings with these other easy recipes; Simple Spaghetti al Limone, Easy Boursin Cheese Baked Pasta and Mushroom Stroganoff Pasta
What is Marmite?
Marmite was discovered in the 1900’s in England but was not created as a product until 1902 when the Marmite company was formed. Soon after, it was discovered that marmite is high in B vitamins and was used to treat vitamin deficiencies and other ailments.
Marmite is made from yeast extract and is a dark brown sticky substance with a very strong savory flavor. It is normally spread very thinly on bread products like toast. It can be eaten with or without butter.
In the US, you could look for Marmite in a store that sells international food items.
Who is Marmite suitable for?
Marmite is considered a vegan staple due to its high B-complex of vitamins but vegetarian and keto or low carb diets can also use it. However, Marmite is not gluten free.
Ingredients
Spaghetti – This simple Marmite recipe uses spaghetti noodles as the delivery system for this flavorful mix. If you don’t have spaghetti noodles, feel free to use whatever type of pasta you have in the pantry.
Marmite – Marmite’s slogan is “you either love it or you hate it”, but I want to prompt you to try it before deciding. This recipe really showcases the marmite flavor complexity and is a great way to help you decide where you stand with Marmite.
Parmesan – Parmesan cheese takes this marmite spaghetti over the top with its rich nutty flavor.
See the recipe card for full information on all ingredients and quantities.
Variations/ Adaptations
You can substitute Marmite with vegemite which is a similar product with a similar taste. Also, try adding some vegetables like leeks, mushrooms, spinach, or broccoli. They all go really well with the marmite flavor.
And did you know marmite comes in different flavors? I think a great one to try would be truffle marmite because I love the flavors of both! Truffle marmite noodles sound divine!
The last thing you can add to this cheesy marmite pasta is bacon or pancetta to add some texture.
For a more filling meal, try serving this dish with a high protein recipe; Amazing Air Fryer Steak Bites, Air Fryer Salmon Bites and Frozen Chicken Thighs in Air Fryer
How to make marmite pasta
- Add your spaghetti to salted boiling water, setting a timer 1 minute of the packet time (Image 1).
- When the timer is about to go off, add a ladle of the pasta water to a tbsp of marmite. This will loosen up the marmite to make it easier to evenly coat the spaghetti. Whisk to combine. Drain the spaghetti and add to the pan with the marmite pasta water (and reserve another ladle of pasta water for later) (Image 2).
3. In the pan, add the runny marmite with the spaghetti, the grated parmesan and another ½ ladle of pasta water (Image 3).
4. Stir vigorously until the residual heat cooks off the pasta water, the parm will also absorbs the water and leave you with an emulsified yeasty, cheesy sauce. Serve up and enjoy! (Image 4).
Need inspiration for some other tasty main meal recipes? Try my; Thai Green Curry, Creamy Tarragon Chicken and Easy Salmon Fishcakes
Tips for the best result
- Hang on to some of that starchy pasta water. It will help thicken up the marmite sauce.
- Use freshly grated parmesan – this makes it emulsify into the pasta water easier.
- Adjust the marmite quantity to taste as this is a personal preference.
Leftover Storage and Reheat Instructions
This marmite recipe is best eaten right away. Placing marmite in the refrigerator or freezer makes the marmite turn solid. Then reheating the marmite may jeopardize the vitamins in the spread.
FAQs
Vegemite has a slightly different flavor but will work well with this recipe if you would like to substitute it for the Marmite.
Chicken goes very well with marmite pasta.
Any pasta you have on hand will work for this recipe.
If you tried this Marmite pasta recipe, it would be mean so much to me if you could leave a review & a star rating to let me know how you found it! I love hearing about your experiences – it motivates me to keep creating more and more recipes for you guys 💛 Let’s get cooking! – Mimi x
Marmite Pasta (3 ingredient)
Ingredients
- 200 g spaghetti (£0.53)
- 50 g parmesan (£2.70/3)=(£0.90)
Cupboard Essentials
- 2 tbsp marmite (£2.30/4)=(£0.58)
Method
- Add your spaghetti to salted water, setting a timer 1 minute shy of al dente.
- When the timer is about to go off, add a ladle of the pasta water to a tbsp of marmite. This will loosen up the marmite to make it easier to evenly coat the spaghetti. Whisk to combine & set aside.
- Reserve a mug of pasta water and drain la spaghetti when the timer goes off.
- In the pan, add the runny marmite with the spaghetti, a handful of grated parm and another ½ ladle of pasta water. Stir vigourously until the residual heat cooks off the pasta water, the parm will also absorbs the water and leave you with an emulsified yeasty, cheesy sauce. Serve up and enjoy!
Marmite quantity is to taste so keep adding until your yeasty palette is satisfied 🤘
Notes
- Retain starchy pasta water to thicken marmite sauce effectively.
- Use freshly grated parmesan for emulsify into the pasta water easily.
- Customise marmite quantity according to personal taste preferences.
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