Brazilian recipe
Garlic and Oil Pasta (Macarrão alho e óleo)
Make a Brazilian classic with this garlic and oil pasta recipe. Simple, quick, and full of flavour, it works for any occasion. Use your favourite pasta!
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Ingredients
1 packet pasta (500 g, your choice)
1 clove garlic
1 sachet granulated garlic
1/2 stick unsalted butter
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 bay leaf
Chopped fresh herbs (basil, oregano, parsley, chives, thyme, to taste)
Salt to taste
Ground ginger to taste
1 clove garlic
1 sachet granulated garlic
1/2 stick unsalted butter
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 bay leaf
Chopped fresh herbs (basil, oregano, parsley, chives, thyme, to taste)
Salt to taste
Ground ginger to taste
Where to find ingredients
Find the ingredients in the pasta aisle, the spice section, the fresh herbs shelf, and the dairy case at local supermarkets or neighborhood grocers. If needed, use unsalted butter as the closest substitute, but keep the garlic and olive oil as specified.
Preparation method
- When the pasta is about 5 minutes away from being ready to drain, start making the sauce
- In a heated skillet, add the butter, olive oil, bay leaf, and granulated garlic
- As soon as the pasta is drained, add it to the skillet
- Toss the pasta well with the seasonings in the skillet, adjusting the salt to taste
- Stir in the chopped fresh herbs and ground ginger, mixing until evenly distributed
- Rub the raw garlic clove lightly over the inside surfaces of the plates
- Serve the pasta on the prepared plates, finishing with a little more fresh herbs for garnish
Observations
Macarrão alho e óleo is a signature dish of Brazilian cooking, valued for its simplicity and bold flavour. Ideal for quick meals or whenever you want comforting food without fuss, this recipe uses basic ingredients that turn a simple pasta into something delicious.
The method is quick and keeps the focus on the flavour of garlic and olive oil, with touches of fresh herbs that make it a versatile option for every palate.
The method is quick and keeps the focus on the flavour of garlic and olive oil, with touches of fresh herbs that make it a versatile option for every palate.
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