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Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

Spaghetti Aglio e Olio is such a classic Italian pasta recipe made with the simplest of ingredients; spaghetti, garlic, olive oil, and peperoncino. This store cupboard meal is not only low cost but it's ready in around 10 minutes!

Prep Time
2 mins
Cook Time
2 mins
Total Time
12 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 529 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 14 oz Spaghetti (400g)
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 tbsp fresh red chilli or ½-1 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil plus extra for serving
  • ⅓ cup reserved pasta water (80ml)
  • salt to season

Instructions

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  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to packet instructions until al dente (around 8-10 minutes).
  2. Finely slice the garlic cloves and finely chop the red chilli (you can also use red pepper flakes for this recipe).
  3. Add the olive oil to a large skillet or pan on a low-medium heat. Add the garlic and chilli and saute in the oil until fragrant (around 1-2 minutes don’t let the garlic brown).
  4. Drain the spaghetti making sure to reserve 1/3 cup of pasta water then add the spaghetti to the garlic and chilli oil. Toss to combine then add the pasta water and pinch of salt and stir well until the pasta is well coated.
  5. Turn off the heat then serve in bowls with an extra drizzle of olive oil.

Notes

  • As with all Italian recipes quality ingredients are key to beautiful tasting food. Make sure you buy a trusted pasta brand and a good quality extra virgin olive oil.
  • Make sure you saute the garlic and chilli on a medium-low heat and don't leave it unattended because it'll burn in a matter of minutes resulting in a bitter, unappetizing tasting sauce. If you burn your garlic just start again, it'll be worth it!
  • Always use fresh garlic for this recipe, garlic powder will not give you the same fresh flavour.
  • This pasta dish is best served immediately and it's so quick and easy there's no need to prep in advance other than preparing the garlic and chilli ready for cooking.
  • If you have leftovers then you can add an extra drizzle of olive oil to stop it sticking as it cools and eat it cold or room temperature as a pasta salad.

Nutrition Information

Calories 529kcal (26%) Carbohydrates 75g (25%) Protein 13g (26%) Fat 19g (29%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Sodium 7mg (0%) Potassium 245mg (7%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 36IU (1%) Vitamin C 6mg (7%) Calcium 26mg (3%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 529

% Daily Value*

Calories 529kcal 26%
Carbohydrates 75g 25%
Protein 13g 26%
Fat 19g 29%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Sodium 7mg 0%
Potassium 245mg 5%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 36IU 1%
Vitamin C 6mg 7%
Calcium 26mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.