Spicy Spaghetti with Creamy Egg Yolk Sauce

Name: Spicy Spaghetti with Creamy Egg Yolk Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 200 grams Spaghetti (or any long pasta); 1 tablespoon Olive Oil; 2 cloves Garlic (finely minced); 2-3 tablespoons Chili Oil (adjust to taste for desired spiciness); 2 large Egg Yolks; 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese (grated, plus more for serving); to taste Salt; to taste Black Pepper (freshly ground); 1/2 cup Pasta Water (reserved from cooking pasta)

This quick and incredibly delicious spicy spaghetti recipe is perfect for those who love a kick! Ready in no time, it combines al dente pasta with a flavorful chili oil and garlic base, made luxuriously creamy with the addition of egg yolks and finished with Parmesan cheese. You can easily adjust the spiciness level to your preference by adding more or less chili oil. It's a simple yet divine dish that's sure to impress.

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Finished Spicy Spaghetti on a plate

Recipe Information

10m

Prep Time

15m

Cook Time

25m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Italian

English

Nutrition (per serving)

475

Calories

14g

Protein

30g

Carbs

30g

Fat

Close-up of the creamy pasta texture

Ingredients

Spaghetti
(or any long pasta)
200 grams
Olive Oil
1 tablespoon
Garlic
(finely minced)
2 cloves
Chili Oil
(adjust to taste for desired spiciness)
2 tablespoons
Egg Yolks
2 large
Parmesan Cheese
(grated, plus more for serving)
1 cup
Salt
to taste
Black Pepper
(freshly ground)
to taste
Pasta Water
(reserved from cooking pasta)
1 cup

Servings: 2

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Spaghetti being twirled with a fork

Instructions

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Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
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Ensure the water is well-salted, as this is the only chance to season the pasta itself.
2
While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it. Stir in the chili oil.
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While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it. Stir in the chili oil.
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Keep an eye on the garlic; burnt garlic can turn bitter quickly.
3
Before draining the pasta, reserve about 1/2 cup of the starchy pasta water. Drain the spaghetti and immediately add it to the skillet with the garlic and chili oil mixture. Toss to combine.
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Before draining the pasta, reserve about 1/2 cup of the starchy pasta water. Drain the spaghetti and immediately add it to the skillet with the garlic and chili oil mixture. Toss to combine.
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The starch in the pasta water helps to create a silky, emulsified sauce.
4
Remove the skillet from the heat. In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the reserved pasta water and grated Parmesan cheese. Pour this mixture over the spaghetti in the skillet, tossing vigorously until a creamy sauce forms and coats the pasta. The residual heat from the pasta will gently cook the egg yolks without scrambling them.
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Remove the skillet from the heat. In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the reserved pasta water and grated Parmesan cheese. Pour this mixture over the spaghetti in the skillet, tossing vigorously until a creamy sauce forms and coats the pasta. The residual heat from the pasta will gently cook the egg yolks without scrambling them.
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It's crucial to remove the pan from the heat before adding the egg yolk mixture to prevent scrambling. The constant tossing ensures a smooth, creamy sauce.
5
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve immediately, garnished with additional grated Parmesan cheese and a drizzle of chili oil if desired.
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Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve immediately, garnished with additional grated Parmesan cheese and a drizzle of chili oil if desired.
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Taste and adjust seasoning before serving. A little extra Parmesan on top always elevates the dish.