Fiery Angel Hair Pasta Recipe

Name: Fiery Angel Hair Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound angel hair pasta; 1/2 cup Chili Oil, recipe follows; 1/2 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves; 1 lemon, juiced; 2 tablespoons lemon zest; Coarse sea salt; Dried crushed red pepper flakes; 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel, optional; 2/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan; 2 cups olive oil; 4 teaspoons dried crushed red pepper flakes

Servings: persons

1 pound angel hair pasta
1/2 cup Chili Oil, recipe follows
1/2 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves
1 lemon, juiced
2 tablespoons lemon zest
Coarse sea salt
Dried crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel, optional
2/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan
2 cups olive oil
4 teaspoons dried crushed red pepper flakes

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2
Add the angel hair pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 6 to 8 minutes.
3
Drain, reserving 1 cup of the pasta water.
4
Stir the oil, parsley, lemon juice and lemon peel in a large serving bowl.
5
Add the cooked pasta and toss with enough reserved pasta water, 1/4 cup at a time, to moisten.
6
Season the pasta with salt and red pepper flakes, to taste.
7
Sprinkle grated lemon peel over pasta for extra flavor and texture.
8
Sprinkle with the Parmesan and serve.
9
Combine the oil and crushed red pepper flakes in a heavy small saucepan.
10
Cook over low heat until a thermometer inserted into the oil registers 180 degrees F, about 5 minutes.
11
Remove from heat.
12
Cool to room temperature, about 2 hours.
13
Transfer the oil and pepper flakes to a 4-ounce bottle.
14
Seal the lid.
15
Refrigerate up to 1 month.
16
Inactive Prep Time: 2 hours

1841

kcal

Calories

157

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound angel hair pasta, 1/2 cup Chili Oil, recipe follows, 1/2 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves, 1 lemon, juiced, and more.

Yes, Fiery Angel Hair Pasta falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Fiery Angel Hair Pasta

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