Zesty Aglio E Olio
A perfected take on a classic Italian staple. This simple yet elegant pasta creates a rich, creamy emulsion using high-quality olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and starchy pasta water. It is a garlicky, herbaceous, and satisfying main that comes together in minutes.
Instructions
- 1
Boil a pan of water, salt it generously, and add the spaghetti (500 g), cooking until al dente.
- 2
In a frying pan, heat the olive oil (6 tbsp). Add the finely sliced garlic cloves (8 clove) and chili flakes (2 tsp), stirring on a low heat to ensure the garlic does not burn.
- 3
Reserve a mug of the starchy pasta water (8 tbsp) and add it to the garlic pan along with a salt (1 pinch). Stir and lightly simmer to develop the sauce.
- 4
Drain the pasta and add it to the pan along with the parsley (100 g) and the juice from the lemon (1). Add more water if the pasta looks dry.
- 5
Toss everything together to create a creamy emulsion. Season with black pepper (1 pinch), garnish with extra parsley, and finish with a drizzle of olive oil.
Nutrition Facts
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