Indulge in the delightful blend of Italian pasta and Thai flavors with this garlic and Thai basil spaghetti recipe. The dish features al dente pasta coated in a garlicky sauce infused with aromatic Thai basil. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. The combination of garlic, Thai basil, and red pepper flakes creates a harmonious balance of flavors, elevating this spaghetti dish to a whole new level of deliciousness. It's a guaranteed crowd pleaser that will satisfy your taste buds!
Ingredients
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 cup Thai basil leaves, loosely packed
- Salt, to taste
- Parmesan cheese, for garnish
Directions
- Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the garlic becomes fragrant.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss well to coat it evenly with the garlic-infused oil.
- Stir in the Thai basil leaves and continue cooking for 2-3 minutes until the basil wilts slightly.
- Season with salt to taste. Be mindful of the amount of salt as the Parmesan cheese will add some saltiness.
- Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the spaghetti to serving plates.
- Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
