Ingredients
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- 8 oz spaghetti or linguine
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- 1. Boil the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti or linguine until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- 2. Sauté the Garlic: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter until bubbly. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until golden brown and fragrant.
- 3. Add Sauce Ingredients: Stir in soy sauce, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Mix well and let simmer for another minute.
- 4. Toss in Pasta: Add the drained pasta to the skillet, tossing gently until well coated. If needed, add reserved pasta water gradually to reach desired consistency.
- 5. Finish with Green Onions: Remove from heat, sprinkle chopped green onions on top, and toss before serving hot.
Notes
- For added nutrition, include vegetables like spinach or broccoli.
- Customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of red pepper flakes.
- Substitute butter with olive oil for a lighter version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg