How long does Spaghetti Aglio e Olio take?

20 minutes from start to finish. That is 5 minutes of preparation and 15 minutes of cooking.

How many people does Spaghetti Aglio e Olio serve?

2. The ingredient quantities on this page rescale if you are cooking for a different number.

Is Spaghetti Aglio e Olio vegetarian?

Yes. No meat, no fish and no egg.

Is Spaghetti Aglio e Olio spicy?

It is mild: 1 on our scale of 3. Chilli scales gently when you change the servings, so doubling the recipe does not double the heat.

What do I need to make Spaghetti Aglio e Olio?

200 grams Spaghetti, 2 tsp Olive Oil, 12 cloves Garlic, 2 tbsp Parsley, 1 tbsp Lemon Juice, 1 tsp Red Chilli Flakes, and a few more listed on this page.

Do I need a pressure cooker for Spaghetti Aglio e Olio?

No, it is cooked in an open pot.

How many calories are in Spaghetti Aglio e Olio?

About 691 a serving. The full nutrition table is on this page, per serving and for the whole batch.

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Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

Name: Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: As Needed Water; 1 tsp Salt; ¼ tsp Salt; 200 grams Spaghetti; 2 tsp Olive Oil; 3 tbsp Olive Oil; 12 cloves Garlic, Thinly Sliced; 1 tsp Red Chilli Flakes; 2 tbsp Parsley; 1 tbsp Lemon Juice; As Needed Parmesan Cheese

20 min
mild
Serves 2

Prep 5 min · Cook 15 min

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6 steps, each one filmed. A short video for every step, so your hands never have to leave the pan.

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Also known as Garlic Spaghetti · Veg · Noodles & Pasta

Noodles & Pasta

Spaghetti aglio e olio: spaghetti tossed in olive oil with sliced garlic, chilli flakes, pasta water and parsley. Quick, mild, serves 2, 20 minutes, video.

Ingredients

10 items

2 people

WaterAs Needed
Salt1¼ tsp
Spaghetti200 grams
Olive Oil2 tsp
Olive Oil3 tbsp
Garlic, Thinly Sliced12 cloves
Red Chilli Flakes1 tsp
Parsley2 tbsp
Lemon Juice1 tbsp
Parmesan CheeseAs Needed

Contains: milk, wheat.

Nutrition

Per 1 person, and for all 2 people. Worked out from the ingredients, so treat it as a close guide.

Nutrient	Per 1 person	All 2 people
Energy	691kcal	1382kcal
Protein	17g	34g
Carbohydrate	82g	164g
Fat	32g	65g
Fibre	4.1g	8.2g
Sugar	3.3g	6.6g

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Method

1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Season with salt. Add the spaghetti and cook for 7-8 minutes or as per the package instructions. Do not overcook it.
WaterSaltSaltSpaghetti
2
Reserve some of the pasta water for later use. Drain the spaghetti, toss with some oil and set aside.
Olive Oil
3
In a pan, heat olive oil and add sliced garlic. Saute on medium-low heat until it barely starts turning brown. Add the red chilli flakes and mix to infuse the flavour into the oil.
Olive OilGarlicRed Chilli Flakes
4
Add the reserved pasta water and bring it to a simmer. Add the cooked spaghetti and the chopped parsley. Continue cooking on high heat while mixing continuously until it forms a creamy consistency.
Parsley
5
Adjust the seasoning by adding some salt. Finish with a drizzle of lemon juice and serve warm.
Lemon Juice
6
Serve it in a bowl. Use tongs and serve it in a slightly twisted heap. Optionally, grate some parmesan cheese on top.
Parmesan Cheese

Before you start

How long does Spaghetti Aglio e Olio take?: 20 minutes from start to finish. That is 5 minutes of preparation and 15 minutes of cooking.
How many people does Spaghetti Aglio e Olio serve?: 2. The ingredient quantities on this page rescale if you are cooking for a different number.
Is Spaghetti Aglio e Olio vegetarian?: Yes. No meat, no fish and no egg.
Is Spaghetti Aglio e Olio spicy?: It is mild: 1 on our scale of 3. Chilli scales gently when you change the servings, so doubling the recipe does not double the heat.
What do I need to make Spaghetti Aglio e Olio?: 200 grams Spaghetti, 2 tsp Olive Oil, 12 cloves Garlic, 2 tbsp Parsley, 1 tbsp Lemon Juice, 1 tsp Red Chilli Flakes, and a few more listed on this page.
Do I need a pressure cooker for Spaghetti Aglio e Olio?: No, it is cooked in an open pot.
How many calories are in Spaghetti Aglio e Olio?: About 691 a serving. The full nutrition table is on this page, per serving and for the whole batch.

Tips from other cooks

5 notes

K
Kapil AnirudhNovember 2024
Recipe from 2 Michelin starred Alessandro Negrini from Milan, Italy Recipe: - Place 6 Garlic clovess into cold water in a pan, bring it up to a boil for 10 seconds, then strain out. Repeat 4-5 times until the garlic is soft and doesn't have a raw garlic flavor - Blend with 1/4 cup Olive oil and 1/8 cup water until smooth add this to the cooked pasta, little lemon juice and seasoning you like. All set
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A Cookd cookNovember 2024
pretty good
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TTAugust 2024
yum
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Meghana AMay 2024
Add spices according to your tastes
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mahsa vafaeiJune 2022
it is quick and delicious