Immerse yourself in the rustic simplicity of Aglio e Olio Spaghetti, a tantalizing pasta dish originating from the heart of Italy. This culinary masterpiece, hailing from Rome, epitomizes the essence of Italian cuisine, where simple ingredients converge to create an unforgettable symphony of flavors. With just a handful of pantry staples – garlic, olive oil, and spaghetti – Aglio e Olio transports taste buds to the sun-kissed hills of Italy. Join us on a delectable journey as we explore this classic pasta recipe in all its glory, unveiling variations that cater to diverse palates and dietary preferences. From the traditional Aglio e Olio with its aromatic garlic and vibrant olive oil to innovative renditions featuring sun-dried tomatoes, anchovies, and zesty lemon, this article promises a culinary adventure like no other.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
SPAGHETTI AGLIO E OLIO
No two spaghetti aglio e olio recipes are alike, but this one is pretty true to the classic method. The key is slowly toasting the garlic slices to a perfect golden-brown in the olive oil. If it's too light, you don't get the full flavor and if it's too dark it gets bitter. My advice? Do it perfectly.
Provided by Chef John
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 32m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain and transfer to a pasta bowl.
- Combine garlic and olive oil in a cold skillet. Cook over medium heat to slowly toast garlic, about 10 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low when olive oil begins to bubble. Cook and stir until garlic is golden brown, about another 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Stir red pepper flakes, black pepper, and salt into the pasta. Pour in olive oil and garlic, and sprinkle on Italian parsley and half of the Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese; stir until combined.
- Serve pasta topped with the remaining Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 754.6 calories, Carbohydrate 87.4 g, Cholesterol 17.6 mg, Fat 34.5 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 22.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 354.8 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
AGLIO E OLIO - SPAGHETTI WITH GARLIC AND OLIVE OIL
This is so quick and easy and makes the most delicious light supper you'll ever eat! Please try it, it really is stunning! I've adapted this recipe from Australia's "Better Homes and Gardens" magazine, but it is a traditional Italian way of serving spaghetti. The quantities given serve 2, but just double them to serve 4.
Provided by Kookaburra
Categories Spaghetti
Time 25m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to the boil.
- Add 2 tablespoons salt.
- Add spaghetti.
- Cook for 14 minutes exactly, then drain.
- About half-way through the cooking time for the spaghetti, heat the olive oil in a large frypan over a medium heat.
- Add the garlic, anchovy and chilli - I pound these three ingredients in a mortar and pestle for a minute or so first, but this is not absolutely necessary.
- Cook the garlic, anchovy and chilli mixture in the oil for a couple of minutes until the garlic is soft but not brown.
- Reduce heat to low and add lemon juice, breadcrumbs, salt and half the parsley and stir to combine.
- With the pan still on the heat, add the drained spaghetti and toss with a pair of tongs or two forks to combine thoroughly.
- Serve sprinkled with grated or granulated parmesan cheese and the rest of the parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 785.5, Fat 35.2, SaturatedFat 7.7, Cholesterol 21.2, Sodium 8065.7, Carbohydrate 92.1, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 2.8, Protein 24.8
SPAGHETTI AGLIO E OLIO
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 2 tablespoons of salt and the pasta and cook according to the directions on the package. Set aside 1 1/2 cups of the pasta cooking water before you drain the pasta.
- Meanwhile, heat the olive oil over medium heat in a pot large enough to hold the pasta, such as a 12-inch saute pan or a large, shallow pot. Add the garlic and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until it just begins to turn golden on the edges-don't overcook it! Add the red pepper flakes and cook for 30 seconds more. Carefully add the reserved pasta-cooking water to the garlic and oil and bring to a boil. Lower the heat, add 1 teaspoon of salt, and simmer for about 5 minutes, until the liquid is reduced by about a third.
- Add the drained pasta to the garlic sauce and toss. Off the heat, add the parsley and Parmesan and toss well. Allow the pasta to rest off the heat for 5 minutes for the sauce to be absorbed. Taste for seasoning and serve warm with extra Parmesan on the side.
SPAGHETTI OLIO E AGLIO (SPAGHETTI WITH GARLIC IN OLIVE OIL)
Spaghetti aglio e olio is a traditional Italian pasta dish from Naples. It is simple to make and does not take a long time. While the spaghetti is cooking the sauce is made. This recipe cooks fast and there are a lot of timed steps, please read the recipe carefully before cooking. Canola can be replaced for olive oil if there are any allergy concerns. Starchy pasta water is the key to this dish, so it is better to cook the spaghetti in a smaller pot other than a large pasta pot. Also the water must be highly salted when cooking the pasta, the salt content will not be as elevated as the nutrition info says.
Provided by Lab Chef
Categories European
Time 25m
Yield 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Add the salt to the water and bring to a boil.
- While the water is boiling slice the garlic thin and add to a large skillet, add the oil.
- When the water is boiling add the spaghetti to the water and cook 1 to 1.5 minutes less then recommended package instructions.
- While the pasta is cooking bring the skillet to medium heat and sweat the garlic; moving the contents around gently. Do not burn the garlic, heat management is key. About 2 minute before the spaghetti is ready add the red pepper to the skillet and continue moving the garlic and peppers.
- About 1 minute before the pasta is done remove 1/4 Cup of pasta water (a ladle works well). Add the starchy water to the oil carefully and mix with spatula or wooded spoon.
- When the pasta is done cooking remove and reserve 3/4 cup of pasta water. Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet with the oil. Mix well while cooking for a additional 1-2 minutes, Slowly adding the pasta water a little at a time until the pasta creamy and emulsified. ***not all the pasta water may be used, use discretion.***.
- Remove from the heat and plate 1/5 the pasta on a plate. Top with 1/5 the parmesan cheese and parsley. (Parsley is traditional, but i like the basil better).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 556.2, Fat 24.5, SaturatedFat 4.1, Cholesterol 4.4, Sodium 2875.3, Carbohydrate 69.4, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 2.5, Protein 14.1
Tips for Making Aglio e Olio Spaghetti:
- Use high-quality ingredients. The better the quality of your ingredients, the better your aglio e olio spaghetti will be. Look for extra-virgin olive oil, fresh garlic, and high-quality spaghetti.
- Don't overcrowd the pan. When cooking the garlic and chili flakes, make sure not to overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the garlic from browning evenly and will make it more likely to burn.
- Cook the garlic and chili flakes gently. Cook the garlic and chili flakes over low heat until the garlic is fragrant and the chili flakes are slightly toasted. This will help to develop the flavor of the oil without burning the garlic.
- Use a large pot to cook the spaghetti. This will give the spaghetti plenty of room to cook evenly.
- Salt the pasta water generously. Salting the pasta water helps to flavor the spaghetti and prevents it from becoming bland.
- Reserve some of the pasta cooking water. This water can be used to loosen the sauce if it becomes too thick.
- Add the spaghetti to the sauce immediately after it is cooked. This will help to prevent the spaghetti from sticking together.
- Toss the spaghetti with the sauce until it is evenly coated. This will help to distribute the flavor of the sauce throughout the spaghetti.
- Serve the spaghetti immediately. Aglio e olio spaghetti is best served immediately after it is made, while it is still hot and flavorful.
Conclusion:
Aglio e olio spaghetti is a simple yet delicious dish that can be made with just a few ingredients. With its garlicky, spicy, and oily flavor, it is a classic Italian dish that is loved by people all over the world. By following these tips, you can make aglio e olio spaghetti that is sure to impress your family and friends.
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