Spicy Vegetarian Aglio e Olio

Spicy
EasyPrep 5 minutesCook 10 minutesTotal 15 minutes2 servings380 kcal/servingvegetarianpastaitalianquick

Description

This spicy Roman-inspired pasta dish relies on the bold punch of thinly sliced garlic and heat from chili flakes. By emulsifying starchy pasta water with high-quality oil, you achieve a restaurant-quality silky sauce that clings perfectly to every strand of spaghetti.

Ingredients

Servings:
2
Chef's Tips
  • Aim for uniform slices of 🧄 garlic to ensure they cook at the same rate, avoiding a mix of raw and burnt pieces.
  • If the 🧄 garlic turns dark brown, it will impart a bitter flavor to the entire dish; if this happens, it is best to restart the oil infusion.
  • If the sauce seems too dry once you add the 🍝 spaghetti, add an extra splash of hot water to help the 🧀 Parmesan cheese emulsify.

Instructions

Notes

  • Emulsifying the starchy pasta water with the oil is the key to achieving a creamy consistency without using cream.
  • Ensure the 🧀 Parmesan cheese is finely grated so it melts evenly into the sauce rather than clumping.
  • 🍝 Spaghetti (200g)
  • 🧄 Garlic (1 head)
  • 🌶️ Red pepper flakes (1 tbsp)
  • 🌿 Fresh flat-leaf parsley (1 bunch)
  • 🧀 Parmesan cheese (50g)
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