Spaghetti with Garlic and Hot Red Pepper Oil
Experience bold simplicity with this Spaghetti with Garlic and Hot Red Pepper Oil — a quick and flavorful pasta dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining. Featuring al dente spaghetti tossed in a fragrant sauce made from golden sautéed garlic, extra virgin olive oil, and spicy red chili flakes, this recipe delivers a perfect balance of heat and aroma. The addition of pasta cooking water creates a silky, emulsified finish, while fresh parsley and optional Parmesan cheese bring extra layers of brightness and depth. Ready in just 25 minutes, this Italian-inspired classic is ideal for garlic lovers seeking a fuss-free dish that packs a punch. Perfect for searches like "easy spicy garlic spaghetti" or "quick pasta recipes," this crowd-pleasing dish is sure to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams spaghetti
- 60 milliliters extra virgin olive oil
- 6 large, thinly sliced garlic cloves
- 2 teaspoons dried red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
- 50 grams, grated (optional) parmesan cheese
- 120 milliliters pasta cooking water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the teaspoon of salt to the water, then cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 120 ml (½ cup) of pasta cooking water before draining the spaghetti.
While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the thinly sliced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until it becomes fragrant and just golden. Be careful not to let it burn.
Add the dried red chili flakes to the skillet and stir for 30 seconds to release their flavor.
Lower the heat and add the reserved pasta cooking water to the skillet. Stir to combine, creating an emulsified sauce.
Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss well to coat the pasta in the garlic and chili oil.
Remove the skillet from heat and mix in the freshly chopped parsley. Toss one final time to distribute evenly.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary with a pinch of salt or extra chili flakes.
Serve immediately with grated Parmesan cheese on top if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
349 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.1 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 11 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 570 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.5 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | ||
| Protein | 10.5 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 137 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 105 mg | 2% | |
*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.
