Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
recipe

A classic Italian pasta dish that combines garlic, olive oil, and chili flakes for a simple yet flavorful meal.
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Serving Size: 2 servings
Ingredients:
- 200g spaghetti
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 60ml extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions:
1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing until the garlic is golden and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
3. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
4. Season with salt to taste and toss in chopped parsley.
5. Serve hot, garnished with extra parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 400
Protein: 10g
Carbohydrates: 55g
Fat: 18g
Fiber: 3g

Reviews: 3.98 (4836 reviews) ★★★★★ share