Spaghetti has long been a comfort food classic, but in 2025, it’s getting a sizzling makeover that food lovers can’t stop talking about. Meet Sizzling Spaghetti—a modern, fiery twist on the traditional aglio e olio that turns the humble pasta into an aromatic, sizzling sensation right on your plate. It’s fast, dramatic, and seriously addictive.
What makes this recipe go viral? It’s all about the technique. Instead of sautéing the garlic and chili in oil like in classic aglio e olio, you heat the oil separately until it’s smoking hot—then pour it over raw garlic, chili flakes, and herbs that are waiting atop a bed of freshly boiled spaghetti. The hot oil instantly sears everything, releasing a burst of fragrance and flavor you have to smell to believe. It’s like table-side drama meets pasta perfection.
Ingredients:
- 8 oz (225g) spaghetti
- 5 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp red chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- Grated Parmesan (optional)
Directions:
- Boil spaghetti in salted water until al dente. Drain and place in a large heatproof bowl or dish.
- Sprinkle the raw garlic and chili flakes evenly over the pasta.
- In a small saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering and just about to smoke.
- Carefully pour the hot oil over the pasta. You’ll hear it sizzle as it hits the garlic and chili—this is the magic moment!
- Toss well to coat. Garnish with chopped parsley and Parmesan if desired.
- Serve immediately while it’s still sizzling!
This dish is perfect for dinner parties or weeknights when you need something fast, flavorful, and totally unforgettable. Try it once, and you’ll be hooked.