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Aglio e olio
Boil spaghetti. Warm oil and garlic over low-medium until the garlic is pale gold, not brown. Add chilli.
Watch: Brown garlic is bitter. Start over rather than serve it.
Questions about this dish
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How long does Aglio e olio take?
17 min all in โ 5 min prep, 12 min cook. That is the time on this recipe, not a guess.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 2 plates. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Easy.
How spicy is it?
Mild.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Wheat. Labels are informational โ check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Vegetarian, Vegan.
What does it cost to cook?
Cheap night โ about Under $8 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Saucepan, Frying pan.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at 1 tsp.
What can I use instead?
Chilli flakes โ A fresh chilli. Same job.
What should I watch for?
Brown garlic is bitter. Start over rather than serve it.
Any tips from this recipe?
A mashed anchovy in the oil is a Roman-ish extra. Still not carbonara. Finish with a thread of raw oil if the plate tastes flat.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.