Description
A quick dinner that feels gourmet, Spaghetti Aglio e Olio is a classic Italian pasta dish made with simple pantry staples. This easy recipe combines perfectly cooked spaghetti with golden garlic, rich olive oil, and a hint of chili for a flavorful finish. Whether you’re looking for easy dinner ideas, quick meals, or comforting food ideas, this dish delivers simplicity and taste in every bite.
Ingredients
400g spaghetti
6–8 garlic cloves
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/2–1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup fresh parsley
1/2 cup reserved pasta water
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook spaghetti until al dente.
2. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining the spaghetti.
3. Thinly slice the garlic cloves evenly.
4. Heat olive oil in a wide pan over medium-low heat.
5. Add garlic and cook gently until lightly golden.
6. Stir in red pepper flakes and cook briefly to release flavor.
7. Add drained pasta directly into the pan.
8. Pour in some reserved pasta water and toss to combine.
9. Season with salt, black pepper, and parsley.
10. Serve immediately with optional Parmesan cheese.
Notes
Use high-quality olive oil for the best flavor.
Cook garlic gently to avoid bitterness.
Reserve pasta water to create a silky sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg