Mains · 30 Minutes
Garlic Olive Oil Rocket Spaghetti
A delicious vegan recipe ready in 30 minutes or less.
Ingredients
Servings
3
Quantities are approximate and adjust automatically.
Method
- Wash and dry the rocket well. Peel and thinly slice the garlic.
- Cook spaghetti in lightly salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve a cup of starchy cooking water, then drain.
- Heat olive oil gently and add sliced garlic and chilli flakes. Stir for 1–2 minutes until fragrant but not browned, as burnt garlic turns bitter.
- Toss spaghetti with the infused oil and a splash of reserved pasta water until silky. Remove from the heat and fold in the rocket just until softened.
- Before serving, check: Taste one piece a minute before the packet time: it should be cooked through but still have a little bite.
Beginner-friendly tips
Read these three practical tips before cooking. Check how the food looks and feels, not just the clock.
- Use a large enough pot so the water returns to a boil after adding pasta. Stir during the first minute to prevent sticking.
- Taste one piece a minute before the packet time: it should be cooked through but still have a little bite.
- Reserve some starchy pasta water before draining. Add it by the spoonful to loosen a thick sauce rather than adding lots of extra oil.
Tip
Adjust seasonings to taste and check ingredients are fully cooked before serving.
Editorial recipe; not kitchen-tested.