Spaghetti Aglio e Olio: A Simple Yet Indulgent Pasta Delight
Spaghetti Aglio e Olio is a classic Italian dish that showcases the simplicity and robust flavors of garlic and olive oil.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 400 grams spaghetti
- 4 cloves garlic
- 100 ml extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Cook spaghetti in salted water according to package instructions until al dente.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add sliced garlic and red pepper flakes to the oil and sauté until the garlic is golden.
- Drain the pasta, reserving a little pasta water.
- Add the spaghetti to the pan and toss to coat. If dry, add a little reserved pasta water.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- This dish can be easily adjusted with additional ingredients like lemon or cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Spaghetti Aglio e Olio, Italian pasta, simple recipe