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Mushroom Spaghetti Aglio Olio

Mushroom Spaghetti Aglio Olio: A Cozy 15-Minute Delight

This Mushroom Spaghetti Aglio Olio is a quick, delicious vegetarian dish featuring umami mushrooms and garlic, perfect for busy evenings.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 200 grams Spaghetti You can substitute with any favorite pasta type.
For the Sauté
  • 3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil A high-quality oil is essential for flavor.
  • 200 grams Button Mushrooms Feel free to switch to cremini or shiitake.
  • 100 grams Oyster Mushrooms Optional for added richness.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Freshly minced for best taste.
For the Flavor Kick
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Flakes Adjust to your spice preference.
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley Freshly chopped recommended.
  • to taste teaspoon Salt Essential for seasoning.
For the Finish
  • 50 grams Parmesan Cheese For a vegetarian option, look for vegetarian hard cheese alternatives.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Large Skillet
  • colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Mushroom Spaghetti Aglio Olio
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve a cup of pasta water, then drain.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté button and oyster mushrooms for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Reduce heat and add minced garlic, cooking for 2-3 minutes until light golden and aromatic.
  4. Sprinkle in chili flakes and stir in reserved pasta water, simmering for about 2 minutes until slightly reduced.
  5. Add drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss to combine with mushroom and garlic mixture.
  6. Remove from heat and add chopped parsley. Serve topped with grated parmesan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish can be customized with seasonal veggies or proteins like chicken or shrimp for added heartiness.

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