Classic Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
A simple yet flavorful Italian pasta dish made with garlic, olive oil, and chili flakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 400g spaghetti
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 100ml extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp red chili flakes
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
- Parmesan cheese, grated, for serving
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
- Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat and add garlic, cooking until golden.
- Add red chili flakes and a pinch of salt to the pan.
- Drain the spaghetti, reserving some pasta water.
- Combine the spaghetti with the garlic oil mixture, adding reserved pasta water as needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For a richer flavor, you may add some anchovies or cherry tomatoes.