11 Reviews of Spaghetti Aglio Olio With Spicy Shrimp

From: SheryllJ

On Jun 30, 2005

Wow! This was really GOOD! I don't like I can ever eat spaghetti with tomatoes sauce ever again. First I was mad that I reduced the ingredients only making 1 serving, then I was glad because I would have been tempted to eat it all, it's that good!! I did make some minor adjustments; I always have limes in my household so used a lime (not a lemon) and I was scared about the anchovy fillets. I chickened out and used anchovy paste instead, it worked out well. It comes in a "toothpaste" like tube and keeps in the refrigerator (which is good because I'll be making this often) This is restaurant food made at home.

From: Liara

On May 3, 2005

I really loved this recipe and I know I will make this often! I followed it exactly except that I halved the recipe and added more chili. I think the anchovies are essential to the recipe though. Next time I might try adding bread crumbs since I like bread and pasta. Thank you so much!

From: Latchy

On Jun 21, 2005

This recipe was recommended by liara to me, I am so glad she did. It is quick easy ans just so tasty. Will make this often.

From: littleliz

On May 16, 2003

i cooked this lovely dish last night. it was very easy to make and full of flavour.i think this will become a family favourite .

From: Japanese Delight

On Feb 27, 2006

I LOVE THIS!!!! I've made this recipe many times now.(sometimes without the shrimp) The tast is simply amazing. The melted anchovies is nutty and salty in flavor, not fishy. I add a squeeze or two of lemon to the pasta and it enhances the flavor a lot. Topped with parmesan, this makes a elegant yet simple dish.

From: atlfitgirl

On Aug 11, 2007

One night I wanted pasta for dinner, but was not in the mood for the typical tomato based sauce. This recipe really surprised me at how easy it was to put together and how delicious it was. My BF has an anchovy phobia so I did not tell him they were in the spaghetti... The anchovies literally do melt into the oil and impart a very toasted nut- like taste to the dish... This dish has been made many many times now... I add even more garlic and red pepper flakes and it is just so flavorful. Thanks so much!!!

From: Placebo

On Jul 9, 2007

LOVE this recipe. I do it without the anchovies, and serve it with a little grated parmesan — delish!

From: LuvMyBabies

On Feb 13, 2007

i made it w/out the shrimp but only because i didn't have any. pasta was very flavorful. i added a little cheese and a squeeze of lemon in the end but other than that followed everything to the T. very easy to make too. thanks for sharing! =)

From: American in Paris

On Sep 14, 2008

This was GREAT! My husband raved about it. The flavors really were wonderful. I made it without the anchovies (at my family's request) but I think I will use them next time. I love the flavor they add. I did add extra pepper flakes to make it a little spicier. It was very quick to prepare as well. My husband said "this ones a keeper". Thanks so much for the recipe.

From: ChicagoRN

On Sep 23, 2009

VERY good and tasty recipe. My DH gave this 3 stars and I gave it 4 so 4 it is! The anchovy fillets are not to be skipped here. They lend to the richness of this recipe. I decreased the shrimp to 1 pound. I think 2 pounds would have been way too much with the pasta ratio. All the other ingredients blended nicely with this. Just wonderful!