Aglio E Olio Pasta Garlic and Oil

Transform simple ingredients into a gourmet experience with this classic Aglio e Olio Pasta recipe, a timeless Italian dish brimming with flavor. Featuring al dente spaghetti tossed in a silky golden sauce of extra-virgin olive oil, gently sautéed garlic, and a hint of red chili flakes, this minimalist recipe proves that less is more. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for quick weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining. Enhanced with the optional touch of fresh parsley and black pepper, this versatile pasta dish delivers bold, rich taste with every bite. Serve it piping hot for a comforting, restaurant-quality meal that’s simple yet undeniably satisfying. Keywords: Aglio e Olio, garlic and oil pasta, quick Italian recipes, easy pasta dishes, weeknight dinner ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams Spaghetti
• 6 large Garlic cloves
• 80 milliliters Extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Red chili flakes
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper (optional)
• 120 milliliters Pasta water

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the salt. Once boiling, add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.

Step 2

While the spaghetti cooks, peel and thinly slice the garlic cloves.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and cook gently, stirring frequently, until the garlic is golden and fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic, as it can turn bitter.

Step 4

Add the red chili flakes to the skillet and stir for about 30 seconds to release their flavor.

Step 5

Reserve 120 milliliters (about 1/2 cup) of the pasta water, then drain the spaghetti.

Step 6

Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the garlic and chili oil. Toss to coat the pasta evenly in the oil.

Step 7

Pour in the reserved pasta water, stirring continuously to create a light sauce that clings to the spaghetti.

Step 8

If desired, add freshly chopped parsley and a sprinkle of black pepper for additional flavor.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	645 grams (645.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1407

Total Fat 84.50g	108%
Saturated Fat 12.00g	60%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2375mg	103%
Total Carbohydrate 137.70g	50%
Dietary Fiber 9.10g	33%
Total Sugars 3.80g
Protein 25.80g	52%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 113mg	9%
Iron 8mg	42%
Potassium 360mg	8%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.8%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 38.9%