Description
Spaghetti Aglio e Olio is a classic Italian pasta dish made with garlic, olive oil, and chili flakes for a simple yet flavorful meal.
Ingredients
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- 400g spaghetti
- 6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp red chili flakes
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti until al dente according to package instructions.
- While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sliced garlic and sauté until golden and fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Stir in the red chili flakes and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Drain the pasta, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat in the garlic oil mixture. Add reserved pasta water a little at a time if needed to help coat the pasta.
- Season with salt to taste and mix well.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- Use high-quality olive oil for the best flavor.
- Adjust the chili flakes to your heat preference.
- Parmesan is optional; omit for a vegan version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg