Aglio e Olio
A classic Italian dish featuring spaghetti, garlic, and olive oil, Aglio e Olio is a quick and easy meal that captures the essence of Italian comfort food.
Ingredients
Pasta and Cooking Essentials
- 500 g Spaghetti Choose a good quality pasta.
- 8 tbsp Pasta water Reserve some pasta water after cooking.
- 1 Lemon Lemon Juice used to add brightness.
- Salt Salt Essential for enhancing flavors.
- Black Pepper Black Pepper Essential for seasoning.
Sauce Ingredients
- 6 tbsp Olive Oil Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil.
- 8 Cloves Garlic Finely sliced to create the sauce flavor.
- 2 tsp Chili Flakes Adjust based on heat preference.
- 100 g Fresh Parsley Adds freshness and vibrant color.
Instructions
Preparation
- Boil Your Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add spaghetti and cook until al dente.
- Reserve a mug of starchy pasta water before draining the noodles.
Cooking
- Sauté the Garlic: In a frying pan over medium heat, add olive oil. Once warm, add sliced garlic and chili flakes. Stir continuously to infuse the oil without burning the garlic.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add a small amount of reserved pasta water and a pinch of salt to the frying pan to emulsify the sauce.
- Toss Everything Together: Chop parsley and add it to the pan along with drained spaghetti and lemon juice. Toss everything together, adding more pasta water if needed.
Serving
- Serve and Garnish: Plate the pasta, garnishing with remaining parsley and a drizzle of olive oil. Enjoy warm.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat gently. Experiment with herbs for variations.