Romantic Alio Olio Pasta Made at Home
A Recipe for Alio Olio Pasta to Enjoy on a Romantic Evening
Let’s make Alio Olio pasta, a dish perfect for creating a cozy atmosphere at home.
Ingredients- 400g Pasta (Spaghetti or Linguine recommended)
- 2 Tbsp Salt (for boiling pasta)
- 18 cloves Garlic, thinly sliced
- 8g Peperoncino (or 2-3 dried chili peppers)
- 4 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 400g Frozen Seafood Mix (shrimp, squid, mussels, etc.)
- 1 Tbsp Black Pepper (for seasoning seafood)
- 1 Tbsp Fresh Parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, peel all 18 cloves of garlic and slice them thinly. The thinner you slice the garlic, the more flavor will infuse into the oil.
Step 2
Rinse the frozen seafood mix under cold water to thaw, then drain any excess water. Sprinkle with 1 Tbsp black pepper for a light seasoning. This helps to remove any fishy odor and enhance the flavor.
Step 3
Fill a deep pot with plenty of water and bring it to a rolling boil with 2 Tbsp of salt. Once the water is boiling, add the pasta and cook for about 7 minutes, which is 1 minute less than the package instructions. Reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water before draining.
Step 4
Pour about 500mL of olive oil into a wide frying pan. Add the sliced garlic, peperoncino, and minced garlic. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring gently. It’s crucial to slowly cook the garlic until it’s golden brown and fragrant without burning it.
Step 5
Once the sliced garlic is beautifully golden, add the seasoned seafood mix and stir-fry over high heat. Be careful not to overcook the seafood, as it can become tough; cook just until it changes color.
Step 6
When the seafood is fully cooked, add the drained pasta and about 1 cup of the reserved pasta water to the frying pan. Stir-fry everything together so that all ingredients are well combined. The pasta water acts as a binder, emulsifying the sauce and adding moisture and depth of flavor.
Step 7
Once the pasta is coated with the olive oil and sauce, appearing moist and glossy, turn off the heat. Transfer the finished Alio Olio pasta to a warm plate, arranging it attractively. Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley to finish. Enjoy this delightful pasta with a touch of romance!
