Description
Chilli Garlic Tenderstem Spaghetti is a quick and vibrant pasta dish featuring nutty Tenderstem broccoli, aromatic garlic, and a spicy kick from chillies. Finished with a squeeze of lemon and a sprinkle of Parmesan, it’s perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g Tenderstem broccoli
- 250g spaghetti
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 red chillies, finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 50g grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Wash the Tenderstem broccoli: Rinse under cold water and pat dry.
- Prepare the garlic and chillies: Mince the garlic and finely chop the chillies, removing seeds for a milder flavor if desired.
- Boil water for spaghetti: Fill a large pot with water, add salt, and bring to a boil.
- Cook the spaghetti: Add spaghetti to boiling water and cook according to package instructions (8-10 minutes) until al dente, stirring occasionally.
- Add the Tenderstem broccoli: In the last 2-3 minutes of cooking, add the Tenderstem broccoli to the pot.
- Reserve pasta water: Before draining, reserve about 1 cup of the pasta cooking water.
- Drain the spaghetti and broccoli: Drain in a colander and set aside.
- Heat the olive oil: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Sauté the garlic and chillies: Add minced garlic and chopped chillies to the pan, sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden.
- Add the cooked spaghetti and broccoli: Toss the drained spaghetti and broccoli in the skillet with the garlic and chilli oil.
- Incorporate reserved pasta water: Gradually add reserved pasta water while tossing until you reach desired sauce consistency.
- Season the dish: Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Add lemon juice: Squeeze the juice of one lemon over the pasta and toss to combine.
- Serve the spaghetti: Divide among serving plates and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Garnish: Top with freshly chopped parsley.
- Enjoy your meal: Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For a heartier meal, consider adding grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas.
- Substitute Tenderstem broccoli with asparagus, spinach, or bell peppers as desired.
- Adjust the heat by adding red pepper flakes or hot sauce to the garlic and chilli mixture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes