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Garlic Chili Crisp Pasta

A quick and fiery pasta dish that brings a bold kick to your weeknight dinner table.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· July 30, 2026
Garlic Chili Crisp Pasta
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Prep
5 minutes
Cook
15 minutes
Total
20 minutes
Serves
4

When you need a meal that is both comforting and exciting, this spicy pasta is exactly what you are looking for. It uses the magic of chili crisp to create a deep, complex flavor that usually takes hours to build in the kitchen.

My biggest tip is to save a little splash of the salty pasta water before you drain the noodles. Mixing that water into your sauce helps it coat every strand of pasta perfectly so you get a bit of heat in every single bite.

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces spaghetti or linguine
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons chili crisp oil
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/4 cup reserved pasta water
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • Freshly grated parmesan cheese for serving

Instructions

  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions.

  2. 2

    While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.

  3. 3

    Add the sliced garlic to the pan and cook for about one minute until it is fragrant and golden but not burnt.

  4. 4

    Stir in the chili crisp, soy sauce, and honey to create your sauce.

  5. 5

    Carefully scoop out a quarter cup of the pasta cooking water and add it to the pan with the sauce.

  6. 6

    Drain the pasta and toss it directly into the pan, stirring well so the noodles are evenly coated.

  7. 7

    Serve hot with a sprinkle of green onions and plenty of parmesan cheese on top.

💡 Tips

Leftovers keep well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days. If you like extra heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes when you cook the garlic. This dish pairs nicely with a crisp side salad or steamed broccoli.

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