
Aglio e Olio with Chilli and Crispy Breadcrumbs
A single portion of Italian cooking, ready in 15 minutes with 5 minutes of prep. Vegan, and written for one, so there is nothing to halve.
Method
- 1
Cook the spaghetti in salted boiling water according to the packet instructions, then drain, reserving a splash of the cooking water.
- 2
Meanwhile, toast the breadcrumbs in a dry pan for 2–3 minutes until golden, then tip out.
- 3
In the same pan, gently fry the garlic and chilli flakes in the olive oil for 1–2 minutes until fragrant but not coloured.
- 4
Toss the spaghetti through the garlic oil with a splash of the cooking water and the parsley.
- 5
Scatter with the crispy breadcrumbs to serve.







