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Mushroom Spaghetti Aglio Olio

Mouthwatering Mushroom Spaghetti Aglio Olio in 15 Minutes

Mushroom Spaghetti Aglio Olio is a quick, vegetarian pasta dish that combines earthy mushrooms with aromatic garlic and olive oil, perfect for a weeknight meal.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 400 grams Spaghetti A staple pasta that serves as the foundation.
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Olive Oil Essential for sautéing.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh is best.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Flakes Adjust to preference.
For the Mushrooms
  • 250 grams Button Mushrooms Offers an umami punch.
  • 250 grams Oyster Mushrooms Feel free to use any fresh mushrooms.
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Parsley Freshens up the dish.
  • 50 grams Parmesan Optional for a vegan version.
  • to taste teaspoon Salt Adjust according to dietary needs.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Large Skillet
  • colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil over high heat. Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve one cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. While the spaghetti cooks, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet. Add halved button mushrooms and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Reduce the heat to low and add remaining olive oil along with finely chopped garlic to the skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add reserved pasta water and chili flakes to the mixture. Season with salt and let simmer for about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add the drained spaghetti into the skillet and toss to combine, ensuring a well-coated dish. Add freshly chopped parsley.
  6. Transfer to serving plates. Top with Parmesan and serve immediately while hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best flavor. Always reserve pasta water for a silky sauce. Adjust spice levels to personal preference and serve immediately for optimum texture.

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