Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

A classic Italian pasta tossed with gently cooked garlic, extra-virgin olive oil, red pepper flakes, parsley, and starchy pasta water.

Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Thinly slice the garlic and finely chop the parsley.

    Cookware: Chef Knife, cutting board

  2. Step 2

    Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the salt.

    Ingredients used: 18.0 gr Salt

    Cookware: large pot

  3. Step 3

    Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente according to the package timing. Reserve 240 ml of pasta water, then drain.

    Timer: 10 min (fixed)

    Ingredients used: 400.0 gr Spaghetti

    Cookware: colander, large pot, measuring cup

  4. Step 4

    Combine the olive oil and sliced garlic in a large skillet. Cook over medium heat until the garlic is fragrant and pale golden, 3 to 4 minutes.

    Timer: 4 min (fixed)

    Ingredients used: 120.0 ml Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 24.0 gr Garlic

    Cookware: large skillet

  5. Step 5

    Stir in the red pepper flakes and cook for 30 seconds.

    Ingredients used: 2.0 gr Turkish Red Pepper Flakes (Pul Biber)

    Cookware: large skillet

  6. Step 6

    Add the drained spaghetti and 120 ml of the reserved pasta water. Toss over medium heat for about 2 minutes, until the sauce is glossy and coats the pasta.

    Timer: 2 min (fixed)

    Cookware: large skillet, tongs

  7. Step 7

    Remove the skillet from the heat, add the parsley, and toss well. Serve immediately.

    Ingredients used: 15.0 gr Flat-Leaf Parsley

    Cookware: large skillet, tongs

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