Spaghetti Aglio E Olio Funghi ~ Spaghetti Pasta with Mushroom

Classic, easy and delicious pasta recipe of Spaghetti aglio e olio, made with olive oil, garlic and Mushroom.

Ingredients:

• Spaghetti - 250 gm
• Garlic, sliced - 15 cloves
• Parsley or coriander leaves, finely chopped - 2 tbsp
• Olive Oil - 3 tbsp
• Chilli flakes - 1 tsp
• Salt to taste
• Parmesan cheese, grated- as required

For sauteed mushroom:

• Mushrooms, sliced- 200 gm
• Olive oil or butter- 2 tsp
• Chilli flakes - 1 tsp
• Garlic, minced- 2 cloves
• Salt and Pepper- to taste

Method:

• Boil the spaghetti as per the instructions given at the back of the packet. Usually 2-3 minutes minus the recommended time.Keep it al-dante (slightly firm).
• Drain and set aside the pasta, reserving a small cup of the pasta water. Do not run under cold water. 
  
• Heat olive oil in a wok or a wide pan.
• Add garlic and mushrooms. Saute a while.
• Add chilli flakes, salt and pepper. Saute for 2-3 minutes on med heat.
• Once mushrooms done, take out in a plate. 
  
• Add olive oil and heat it.
• Add garlic to it and fry on medium low heat for about 2 minutes, till it turns golden brown on the edges.
• Add red chili flakes and saute for few more seconds. 
  
• Add the boiled spaghetti and toss it well.
  
• Add sauteed mushrooms and parsley. Toss to coat all the ingredients evenly, adding some reserved pasta water or white wine to help the ingredients bind together.
• Sprinkle grated parmesan cheese on and serve it warm.