Spicy Spaghetti Pasta
Delight in spicy spaghetti pasta with bold flavors and a kick! Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal, this recipe combines olive oil, garlic, chili flakes, and lemon for a perfectly balanced blend of heat and freshness.
Equipment
- Casserole
- Poêle
- Passoire
Ingrédients
- 4 oz Spaghetti about 120 g, preferably high-quality
- 1.2 liters Water for boiling pasta
- 1 tbsp Salt for pasta water
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 Medium onion finely chopped
- 2 Garlic cloves minced
- 1 tsp Red chili flakes adjust to taste
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 1/2 Lemon juice freshly squeezed
- Grated cheese Parmesan or Pecorino, to taste
- Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Bring 1.2 liters of water to a boil in a large pot. Add 1 tablespoon of salt and the spaghetti. Cook until al dente, then reserve 1 cup of cooking water before draining.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3–5 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- Add the red chili flakes, paprika, and dried oregano. Stir for 1 minute to release the aromas of the spices.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat evenly. Add a bit of reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce if needed.
- Squeeze in lemon juice and mix well. Add grated cheese to taste and combine until melted.
- Season with additional salt or chili flakes as desired. Garnish with chopped parsley and a drizzle of olive oil.
- Serve hot and enjoy immediately with garlic bread or salad on the side.
Notes
For a creamy twist, stir in a spoonful of cream or cream cheese after adding the pasta. You can also add shrimp, chicken, or roasted vegetables for extra flavor and texture. Adjust spice level to taste.