Spaghetti Aglio e olio | Classic Spaghetti Pasta Recipe with Garlic and Herbs

Hi Supermoms,

Aglio e Olio ( Ah-lyoh ay aw-lyoh ) is a very popular spaghetti pasta recipe that has the flavours of garlic and olive oil infused in them. Every home has it's own style of making this pasta. It is so simple yet full of flavours.

Though this pasta does not require any other vegetable ( other than garlic and herbs), I have added colourful vegetables to make it more attractive for my family. The best part of this pasta is that there is no sauce involved. So, it can be made within a few minutes and all you need is handful of garlic, cheese and herbs . Of course, adding cheese is also completely optional. 

Spaghetti Aglio e olio :

Preparation time : 15 minutes
Cooking time : 20 minutes
Serves : 4
1 cup = 250 ml cup 

Ingredients :

handful of spaghetti pasta or 250 gm spaghetti pasta 
10 garlic pods ( finely chopped or grated)
1 teaspoon chilli flakes
1/4 cup fresh herbs ( parsley, basil , finely chopped)OR 1 teaspoon dry herbs 
1 cup vegetables ( of your choice, optional) 
1 tablespoon olive oil or 1 tablespoon butter
1/4 cup cheese ( of your choice, grated)
salt to taste

Method :

1. In a heavy bottom pan, bring  3-4 cups of water to a boil.

2. Add spaghetti , pinch of salt and cook till Al Dente ( just cooked).
3. Drain the spaghetti and set it aside.
Chef tip : Do not cook the spaghetti in advance. Start to make the spaghetti, when you are roasting garlic. 

4. Heat a wide pan with oil or butter and add the chopped garlic.

5. Once the garlic browns, add all the chilli flakes, salt vegetables and give it a quick mix over medium flame.

6. Add the drained spaghetti and mix well.

7. Switch off and add all the herbs and cheese.

Your delicious Spaghetti Aglio e Olio is now ready. You can serve it along with toasted bread. 

Happy Cooking !

With love,

Masterchefmom