Zesty Indian Curry-Infused Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

Name: Zesty Indian Curry-Infused Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 12 oz spaghetti; Salt; 1/4 cup olive oil; 4 cloves garlic; 1 tsp red chili flakes; 1 tbsp curry powder; 1 tsp turmeric powder; Fresh cilantro; 1 tbsp lemon zest; 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese; 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper

A unique blend of Italian pasta with Indian spices

This fusion recipe combines the simplicity of Italian aglio e olio with the bold and complex flavors of Indian curry.

45 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Spaghetti

12 oz spaghetti

Salt

for cooking water

For the Curry-Infused Oil

1/4 cup olive oil

4 cloves garlic

thinly sliced

1 tsp red chili flakes

1 tbsp curry powder

1 tsp turmeric powder

For Garnishing

Fresh cilantro

chopped

1 tbsp lemon zest

Additional Ingredients

2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese

1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper

Preparation

Boiling the Spaghetti

Boil Water

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Cook Spaghetti

Cook the spaghetti until al dente, according to package instructions.

Reserve Pasta Water

Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and drain the rest.

Making the Curry-Infused Oil

Heat Oil

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Sauté Garlic

Add sliced garlic and sauté until golden brown.

Toast Spices

Stir in red chili flakes, curry powder, and turmeric, letting the spices toast briefly.

Be careful not to burn the garlic or spices as it will alter the taste. Add a splash of reserved pasta water to help the oil and spaghetti combine seamlessly.

Cooking Process

Combining Flavors

Add cooked spaghetti to the skillet with the curry-infused oil and toss thoroughly.

Adjusting Consistency

Pour some reserved pasta water if the mixture seems too dry.

Final Touches

Stir in grated Parmesan cheese, cracked black pepper, and lemon zest until well-combined.

Plating & Serving