Description
A simple yet flavorful pasta dish featuring macaroni tossed in garlic-infused olive oil with a hint of chili. This Irresistible Macaroni Aglio Olio is perfect for a quick and delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 400g Macaroni pasta
- 100ml Extra virgin olive oil
- 6 cloves Garlic, thinly sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon Red chili flakes
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water before draining.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat.
- Add the thinly sliced garlic and red chili flakes to the skillet. Cook gently, stirring frequently, until the garlic is fragrant and lightly golden. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- Add the drained macaroni to the skillet with the garlic and oil.
- Toss the pasta to coat it evenly with the garlic oil.
- Add a splash of the reserved pasta water to create a light sauce and help the ingredients emulsify. Toss well.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Serve the Irresistible Macaroni Aglio Olio immediately, garnished with fresh chopped parsley.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, you can add a tablespoon of butter.
- Add cooked shrimp or chicken for a more substantial meal.
- A squeeze of lemon juice at the end can add a bright finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg