Spaghetti Aglio Olio E Peperoncino Thermomix
If you love Italian food, then you must try the classic spaghetti aglio olio e peperoncino. This simple and delicious dish is easy to make and a perfect choice for a weeknight dinner or a weekend meal with family and friends. In this article, we will show you how to prepare spaghetti aglio olio e peperoncino in a Thermomix, a versatile kitchen appliance that will make your cooking experience faster and more enjoyable.
Ingredients
Before we start cooking, let's gather all the ingredients we need:
- 400g spaghetti
- 4-5 cloves of garlic
- 1-2 red chillies
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Now that we have all the ingredients, let's start cooking:
- Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil. Add salt to the water and then add the spaghetti. Cook the spaghetti for 8-10 minutes or until al dente.
- While the spaghetti is cooking, prepare the garlic and chillies. Peel the garlic and chop it finely. Remove the seeds from the chillies and chop them finely.
- Place the garlic and chillies in the Thermomix bowl and chop them for 5 seconds at speed 7.
- Add the olive oil to the Thermomix bowl and cook for 5 minutes at 100°C on speed 1.
- When the spaghetti is cooked, drain it and add it to the Thermomix bowl. Mix everything together for 1 minute at speed 1.
- Season the spaghetti with salt and pepper to taste. If you like, you can also add grated Parmesan cheese on top.
- Transfer the spaghetti to a serving dish and enjoy!
Tips and Variations
Here are some tips and variations to make your spaghetti aglio olio e peperoncino even more delicious:
- If you don't have a Thermomix, you can prepare the dish in a frying pan. Heat the olive oil in the pan, add the garlic and chillies, and cook for a few minutes. Then add the cooked spaghetti and mix everything together.
- You can adjust the amount of chillies according to your taste. If you prefer a milder flavor, use only one chilli or remove the seeds before chopping.
- You can also add other ingredients to the dish, such as anchovies, cherry tomatoes, or parsley. These will add extra flavor and texture to the dish.
- For a healthier version, you can use whole wheat spaghetti or zucchini noodles instead of regular spaghetti.
Conclusion
Spaghetti aglio olio e peperoncino is a classic Italian dish that is both simple and delicious. With a Thermomix, you can prepare this dish faster and with less effort, making it a perfect choice for a busy weeknight dinner. We hope this recipe has inspired you to try this dish at home and experiment with different variations. Buon appetito!