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Plate of spicy spaghetti pasta with herbs and chili peppers

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.
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Préparation 10 minutes
Cuisson 20 minutes
Temps total 30 minutes
Portions: 2 portions
Plat: Main, Pasta
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Préparation Notes

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

Équipement

  • Casserole
  • Poêle
  • Passoire

Préparation
 

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. Add the red chili flakes, paprika, and dried oregano. Stir for 1 minute to release the aromas of the spices.
  4. 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.
  5. Squeeze in lemon juice and mix well. Add grated cheese to taste and combine until melted.
  6. Season with additional salt or chili flakes as desired. Garnish with chopped parsley and a drizzle of olive oil.
  7. Serve hot and enjoy immediately with garlic bread or salad on the side.

Notes et conservation

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.