Spaghetti Aglio e Olio — Simple Deliciousness
Spaghettini Aglio e Olio See the pasta in this photo was the very first recipe I wrote about and posted on my first blog back in 2007. “Aglio” is garlic and “Olio,” olive oil, the two principal components of this dish. It’s easy to make, needs just a few common ingredients, and is just what you want when you’re craving something good but don’t want to be in the kitchen much.
In this blog we´ll walk you through how to make the perfect Spaghetti Aglio e Olio, including tips to amplify the flavor, and how to change it up according to your taste.
Why You’ll Love Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
Just Five Ingredients: You need just garlic, olive oil, spaghetti and a few seasonings.
Fast: About 15-20 minutes from start to finish.
Tasty flavors: Garlic, olive oil, and chili flakes create a wonderful aromatic meal.
The Ultimate Busy Day Meal: If you're running short on time but still want to have the best meal, make this dish a go-to.
Ingredients (2-3 Prices)
200g spaghetti
4 cloves garlic (thinly sliced)
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tsp red chili flakes (to taste)
1 teaspoon dried oregano (optional)
½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
½ teaspoon black pepper
Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnishing)
Finely grated parmesan cheese (optional)
Spaghetti Aglio e Olio Indoor Style Recipe (Step by Step)
Step 1: Cook the Spaghetti
Boil Water Fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water.
Add Spaghetti: Add the spaghetti — You'll add it when the water is boiling. For preventing it from burning, keep stirring occasionally.
COOK AL DENTE: Refer to the spaghetti package instructions (typically about 8 — 10 minutes) You want the spaghetti to be cooked through, so that it’s " al dente."
Save Some Pasta Water Before draining, reserve a cup of pasta water. Doing so will help render the sauce silky.
Drain the pasta: After cooking, drain the spaghetti in a colander, but do not rinse it.
Step 2: Make the aglio e olio sauce
Heat Olive Oil In a large pan, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil on medium heat.
Sauté Garlic: Once oil is hot ( 350F ), add the sliced garlic in the sauté pan. Sofrito gently for 2-3 minutes until golden but not burnt garlic. The point is to flavor the oil with garlic.
Add Chili Flakes: Method 1 Replace the salt Favorite Add 1 teaspoon red chili flakes for adding heat Use more or less depending on how spicy you want your dish. Cook the garlic and chili flakes together for 30 seconds.
Season the sauce: Salt and black pepper to taste. You can also throw in a bit of dried oregano if you like, for a little more flavor depth.
Step 3: Toss the Spaghetti with the Sauce
Add the Pasta to the Sauce: When the garlic is golden and fragrant, add the drained spaghetti to the pan.
Toss to Coat: Loosely toss the pasta into the oil and garlic mixture so that the noodles are well coated. If the pasta feels dry, add some reserved pasta water to make the sauce silky and smooth. Begin with a few tablespoons and add more as needed.
Taste and Adjust: Taste your dish and add more salt, pepper, or chili flakes, as needed. For a more intense garlic flavor, you can add a bit more sautéed garlic at this step.
Step 4: Garnish and Serve
Top with New Parsley: Finely chop a handful of fresh parsley and sprinkle it on top of the spaghetti to provide some color and freshness.
Topped with Parmesan (if desired): If you are a cheese lover, add some freshly grated Parmesan on top. It also gives the dish a nice creamy texture and flavor.
Serve Hot: Do not keep it overheat.
How to Make the Best Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
Use Good Olive Oil: Whether olive oil is one of the main ingredients, it is a part of the recipe, so opt for a good extra virgin olive oil. It’s going to make a huge difference in the flavor.
Don’t Overcook the Garlic: Garlic should be cooked until it’s golden but not browned. If you burn it, it will taste bitter and ruin the dish.
Add More or Less Chalok (Chilli Flakes): You can always add more or less of chalok according to taste. Taste as you go, and if you want a milder version, start with less.
Garnish with Fresh Herbs: You cannot beat fresh parsley for garnishing.
Add Pasta Water Slowly Adding pasta water slowly allows you to regulate the consistency of the sauce. Adding too much in one go may make it too watery.
Spaghetti Aglio e Olio in Fun Variants
Shrimp Aglio e Olio: Add cooked shrimp to the pasta for a seafood variation. The shrimp halves travel beautifully say in the garlic and olive oil sauce.
Aglio e Olio with Veggies: You can add sautéed, bountiful vegetables like spinach, cherry tomatoes, or mushrooms to make it into a more substantial meal.
Lemon Aglio e Olio: Add some lemon juice and zest to the mixture to give a bright citrus taste to the dish.
Dairy Cheesie Aglio e Olio: Stir in some grated Parmesan or Pecorino Romano cheese for a creamy, cheesy version.
Aglio e Olio with Anchovies: If you like salty, savory flavors, add anchovies into the garlic and olive oil for a deeper, umami rich taste.
Conclusion
Spaghetti Aglio e Olio is the ideal dish when you want something simple, tasty and fast. It’s a wonderful illustration of how just a handful of ingredients — garlic, olive oil, pasta and chili — can make a meal to remember. Whether you’re bringing it as a dish for one, or to impress friends, you simply can’t lose.
So next time you want to eat something good, go get some spaghetti, garlic, olive oil, and create yourself a nice warm plate of Spaghetti Aglio e Olio!
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