Description
A simple and classic Italian pasta dish made with garlic, olive oil, and chili flakes. Perfect for a quick and flavorful dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 400g spaghetti
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp red chili flakes
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions.
- While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add garlic slices and chili flakes. Cook until garlic is golden but not burnt.
- Drain spaghetti, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- Add cooked spaghetti to the pan with garlic oil. Toss well.
- If needed, add reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce.
- Season with salt and top with parsley and Parmesan if desired.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use high-quality olive oil for the best flavor.
- Adjust chili flakes to your preferred spice level.
- Freshly grated Parmesan adds a nice finishing touch.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Spaghetti aglio e olio, easy dinner recipes, garlic pasta, quick Italian meal