Spicy Capellini with Scallions and Garlic
Elevate your pasta night with this Spicy Capellini with Scallions and Garlic, a quick and flavorful dish that's ready in just 25 minutes! Delicate angel hair pasta is perfectly coated in a vibrant, garlicky olive oil sauce infused with a fiery kick of crushed red pepper flakes. The addition of thinly sliced scallions adds a subtle freshness, while a squeeze of zesty lemon juice and a touch of salty Parmesan cheese provide a balanced, tangy finish. This easy-to-make recipe uses pantry staples and minimal ingredients, but delivers restaurant-quality results—perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve with extra Parmesan for a satisfying, spicy, and savory meal that's guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Capellini (angel hair pasta)
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 6 cloves Garlic cloves (thinly sliced)
- 1.5 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes
- 6 stalks Scallions (thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 50 grams Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the capellini and cook according to package instructions (typically 2-4 minutes). Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, drain the pasta, and set aside.
In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the sliced garlic to the hot oil and cook, stirring constantly, until it just begins to turn golden brown (about 1-2 minutes).
Add the crushed red pepper flakes and stir for 30 seconds to release their flavor.
Stir in the scallions and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until they begin to soften.
Lower the heat and add the cooked capellini to the skillet, tossing it to coat evenly with the oil, garlic, and scallions.
Pour in the reserved pasta water, 1/4 cup at a time, to help loosen the pasta and create a light sauce. Stir thoroughly after each addition.
Stir in the lemon juice, Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Toss until everything is well combined and the cheese has melted into the sauce.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or red pepper flakes as desired.
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley if using. Optionally, sprinkle extra Parmesan cheese on top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1214 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.5 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.1 g | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 3226 mg | 140% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 134.7 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.0 g | ||
| Protein | 43.1 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 672 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 533 mg | 11% | |
*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.
