Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
User Reviews
4.6
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
2 people
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Calories
665 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
Description
This recipe cooks spaghetti to al dente and then combines it with shrimp sautéed in olive oil with minced garlic and red pepper flakes. The shrimp cook until opaque and tender, mixing with the garlic-infused oil to coat the pasta along with reserved pasta water for a lightly sauced texture. Fresh Italian parsley is stirred in before finishing the dish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese off the heat to melt slightly.
The resulting dish combines tender spaghetti and plump shrimp with the fragrant, slightly spicy garlic oil. The red pepper flakes add warmth without overpowering, and the fresh parsley provides a subtle herbaceous note. Parmesan contributes savory depth, complementing the other flavors.
Extra-virgin olive oil is recommended to deliver a richer flavor. Shrimp can be substituted with chicken if preferred, though shrimp remains the classic protein for this variation. Serving immediately ensures the best texture and flavor.
Ingredients
- water for boiling
- 8 oz. spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 8 oz. tiger prawn or medium-sized shrimp, shelled, deveined, tail-on
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 1 tablespoon Italian parsley chopped
- 3 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
Instructions
- Bring a pot of water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside, reserving 3 tablespoons of the pasta water.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Add the garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, then add the shrimp, chili flakes, and salt. Cook the shrimp until both sides turn white, then add the spaghetti and reserved pasta water to the skillet. Stir to combine well.
- Add the parsley to the skillet and stir to distribute it evenly. Turn off the heat and add the Parmesan cheese. Dish out and serve immediately.
Notes
- Using extra-virgin olive oil is recommended for its richer flavor.
- Replacing shrimp with chicken is an alternative protein option for the dish.
- Avoid using vegetable oil to maintain suitable flavor for this pasta.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 665 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2people | |
| Calories | 665kcal | 33% |
| Carbohydrates | 88g | 29% |
| Protein | 33g | 66% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 148mg | 49% |
| Sodium | 1361mg | 57% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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