Best Aglio Olio Recipe
Lemony, cheesy take on the classic aglio olio, topped with cheesy breadcrumbs.
Course: dinner, Lunch, Pasta
Cuisine: American, Italian
Servings: 2
- 1/2 lb Spaghetti
- 8 cloves Garlic Thinly sliced
- 2 tsp Crushed red chilli flakes
- 1/2 cup Olive oil divided
- 1/2 cup Panko
- 1 cup Grated parmesan
- 1/2 Lemon Zest
- Parsley
Heat 1/4 cup oil in a medium pan over medium heat. Add in your panko and toast for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Season with salt and pepper and toss with 1/4 cup parmesan cheese. Set aside
Cook spaghetti until al dente, about 6-7 minutes. Reserve 1 cup pasta water and drain.
Heat 1/4 cup oil in a medium pan over medium high heat. Add in your sliced garlic, and red chilli flakes and cook until garlic is fragrant and browned, about 2-3 minutes.
Add in your cooked pasta and toss to coat. Add 1/4 cup pasta water and parmesan cheese. Toss to coat and add more pasta water as necessary. Add in lemon zest and toss.
Serve topped with toasted bread crumbs, chopped parsley, and grilled shrimp.