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    Spaghetti Aglio e Olio Recipe

    Updated: Jun 8, 2024 · Published: May 30, 2019 by Rachna · 2 Comments

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    Spaghetti aglio olio is one the simplest most satisfying pasta dishes that one can have. It is ready in no time and needs barely any ingredients.

    I remember having it for the first time in one of the tiny places that serve pasta. My version had a very simple olive oil sauce and had artichoke hearts.

    It was so delicious, each ingredient singing in this dish. I do enjoy adding some butter and cheese to mine for even more flavour.

    You can also try healthy Red Sauce Pasta, Spaghetti with chicken meatballs or this vegetarian green spaghetti.

    Spaghetti aglio olio

    What is Spaghetti Aglio e Olio?

    This simple spaghetti recipe is made by tossing spaghetti with olive oil which is flavoured by garlic and sometimes chilli flakes. That's it.

    This dish is believed to have originated in Naples, Italy, the same place that is famous for its Margherita pizza.

    Just writing about these makes my mouth water remembering those delicious Italian dishes that I had back in Italy.

    Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

    So anyway, this spaghetti aglio olio not only sounds fancy but is perfect for date night if you are trying to impress a special someone or for a family or friends' gathering.

    It is simple to make for the newest of cooks and does taste delightful.

    Here's my Spaghetti Aglio e olio Recipe:

    Serves 4

    Time taken: 30 minutes

    Ingredients:

    2 cups spaghetti ( 1 pound or 500. gm)

    salt to taste

    2-3 tbsp. olive oil

    9-10 cloves garlic crushed

    1-2 tbsp. chilli flakes

    1 tbsp. dried parsley (or 3 tbsp. fresh)

    1 tbsp. butter (optional)

    ½ cup grated parmesan cheese

    Garnish
    1 cup sliced mushroom sautéed in olive oil with salt and pepper

    Method:

    Heat 5 cups of water. Add1 tbsp. salt to it. Bring to a boil.

    Then cook spaghetti as per pack instruction till ad dente (having just a bite).

    Drain and keep aside.

    To make spaghetti alio olio sauce

    Heat 2-3 tbsp. olive oil in a pan.

    Add chopped garlic and lightly fry for 30 seconds. Add chilli flakes.

    Add the boiled spaghetti along with dried parsley (or finely chopped fresh parsley).

    Mix well. Turn off the heat.

    Now add butter (optional) and grated parmesan. Mix well and serve hot.

    I have also added sautéed mushroom in olive oil as garnish.

    Your spectacular spaghetti dish is ready to serve.

    Pro Tips:

    1. Always salt the water in which you cook pasta else your pasta will be bland.

    2. Cook spaghetti not till it is mushy or it will have a very bad texture.

    3. You can use fresh parsley instead of dried parsley in which case you can finely chop and sprinkle 1 tsp. while serving.

    4. Add or reduce chilli flakes as per your liking.

    5. Butter is not traditionally used and you can skip it if you so wish.

    spaghetti aglio e olio

    Spaghetti aglio e olio Recipe

    Rachna Parmar
    This simple yet luxurious spaghetti recipe is a delicious yet simple pasta dish. Spaghetti aglio e olio made with olive oil and a few herbs is super easy and perfect for an evening with family and friends.
    5 from 5 votes
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 25 minutes mins
    Total Time 30 minutes mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Italian
    Servings 4 people
    Calories 585 kcal
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    Ingredients
     

    • 1 pound spaghetti
    • salt to taste
    • 2-3 tbsp. olive oil
    • 4 cloves garlic crushed
    • 2 tsp. chilli flakes
    • 1 tsp. dried parsley
    • 1 tbsp. butter optional
    • ½ cup parmesan cheese grated

    Garnish


    • 1 cup sliced mushroom sautéed in olive oil with salt and pepper
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    Instructions
     

    • Heat 5 cups of water. Add 2 tbsp. salt to it. Bring to a boil. Then cook spaghetti as per pack instruction till ad dente (having just a bite).
    • Drain and keep aside.
    • To make the sauce
    • Heat 2-3 tbsp. olive oil in a pan. Add chopped garlic and lightly fry for 30 seconds.
    • Add chilli flakes and add spaghetti. Mix well. Turn off the heat. Add dried parsley.
    • Now add butter (optional) and grated parmesan. Mix well and serve hot.
    • I have also added sautéed mushroom in olive oil.
    • Your spectacular spaghetti dish is ready to serve.

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    Notes

    1. Always salt the water in which you cook pasta else your pasta will be bland.
    2. Cook spaghetti not till it is mushy or it will have a very bad texture.
    3. You can use fresh parsley instead of dried parsley in which case you can finely chop and sprinkle  1 tsp. while serving.
    4. Add or reduce chilli flakes as per your liking. 
    5. Butter is not traditional but it makes the recipe more delicious.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 585kcalCarbohydrates: 89gProtein: 21gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 290mgPotassium: 440mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 950IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 210mgIron: 3mg
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    Serve hot spaghetti aglio olio ready in under 30 minutes and liven up your dinner or date night.

    You may also try this Tuna Pesto Pasta.

    I hope you liked this spaghetti recipe and will make it at home. Please do give a * star rating to the recipe either on the recipe card or when you comment.

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    1. Rajlakshmi says

      May 31, 2019 at 6:02 am

      Wow it's that simple ? my mouth is already watering ?

      Reply
    2. Soumya says

      June 10, 2019 at 6:44 pm

      Personally, I find the aglio-e-olio pasta very dry to eat, but the husband who is not very fond of saucy pastas loves this!

      I will definitely be making this soon. Thanks for the recipe, Rachna. It is so simple! 🙂

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