Algio e Olio (Garlic & Oil Sauce)
Algio e Olio (Garlic & Oil Sauce)
Classic italian garlic and olive oil pasta sauce. Toss with fresh sourdough linguine or your favorite dry pasta. Simple, flavorful, and ready in minutes. Serve as a primi piatti (first course), or along with a protein like shrimp or steak.
Ingredients
- olive oil, 3 tbsp
- garlic, 3-4 cloves thinly sliced
- fresh parsley, 2 tbsp chopped
- red chili flakes, 1/2 tsp (adjust to taste)
- salt & pepper, to taste
- optional: grated parmesan or pecorino, 1–2 tbsp
Directions
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-low. Add garlic and chili flakes. Cook 1–2 min until garlic is fragrant but not browned.
Add cooked pasta of choice and toss to coat in oil and garlic.
Add a splash of pasta cooking water if needed to loosen sauce.
Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle parsley and optional cheese. Toss again. If preferred, add additional drizzle of olive oil and a squeeze of lemon juice.
Serve immediately.