Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
This classic pasta dish from Naples is simple yet packs a punch with garlic and chili flavors.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 0.25 cup olive oil extra virgin for the best flavor
- 4 cloves garlic sliced thin
- 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 0.25 cup parsley chopped
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper freshly cracked
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add garlic and sauté until golden brown.
- Add red pepper flakes and sauté for another 30 seconds.
- Cook spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water and drain the rest.
- Add drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss well to combine.
- If needed, add reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce.
- Stir in parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
For a tangy twist, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving.