Pasta with Oil and Garlic Sauce
Indulge in the classic simplicity of Pasta with Oil and Garlic Sauce, a quick and effortless Italian-inspired dish that's perfect for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for special occasions. This recipe combines al dente spaghetti with golden, fragrant garlic gently sautéed in extra virgin olive oil, enhanced by a touch of red chili flakes for subtle heat. A splash of reserved pasta water creates a silky, lightweight sauce that coats every strand of pasta. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and optional parmesan cheese, this dish is a testament to how a few pantry staples can transform into a restaurant-worthy meal in just 25 minutes. Perfect for garlic lovers and fans of minimalist, flavor-forward cuisine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams spaghetti
- 60 milliliters extra virgin olive oil
- 6 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 30 grams parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions (approximately 8-10 minutes) until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
While the pasta cooks, peel and thinly slice the garlic cloves.
In a large skillet or pan, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat.
Add the sliced garlic to the hot oil and cook gently, stirring frequently, until it becomes golden and fragrant but not burned, about 2-3 minutes.
Stir in the red chili flakes and cook for an additional 30 seconds to release their fragrance.
Reduce the heat to low and add the drained pasta to the skillet, tossing well to coat it in the garlic oil.
Gradually add the reserved pasta water, a few tablespoons at a time, to create a light sauce that clings to the pasta.
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Stir in the chopped parsley and toss to combine.
Serve immediately, topped with grated parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1265 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.5 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.7 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 27 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 2789 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 132.2 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.7 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.8 g | ||
| Protein | 35.5 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 450 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 369 mg | 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.
