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Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

Cultural Context

Originating from Naples, Spaghetti Aglio e Olio is a classic Italian dish that embodies the simplicity of Italian cooking. Traditionally enjoyed by workers for its quick preparation and minimal ingredients, it highlights the beauty of garlic and olive oil. Today, it is celebrated globally, with many variations incorporating additional ingredients like anchovies or vegetables.

ItalianITmain
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
300g/10.5oz pasta
2 cloves of garlic
5-6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Rock salt
Fresh bunch of parsley

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free and lower in calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is heart-healthy.

1

Get a large pot full of boiling water on the stove.

2

Once it boils, add a pinch or two of sea salt.

3

Finely slice the garlic cloves into thin strips and then into smaller pieces.

4

Chop the parsley into small pieces, including the stems.

5

Place a stainless steel pan on the stove over medium heat and add extra virgin olive oil and garlic, mixing gently with a wooden spoon.

6

Simmer the garlic in the oil for around 3-4 minutes, then add a ladle full of pasta water to the garlic mix.

7

Cook the pasta for 30 seconds to 1 minute less than the packet instructions, then strain and add it to the pan with the garlic oil.

8

Mix the pasta through the oil well, then add a generous amount of chopped parsley and mix again.

9

Increase the stove temperature to high and stir for one last minute.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéing

Equipment Needed

large potstainless steel panwooden spoonknifetongs

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

Spaghetti with Garlic and Oil
Local Name: Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

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