Ingredients
Sauce Ingredients
- 2 tsp oyster sauce
- 2 tsp fish sauce
- 1 1/2 Tbsp soy sauce (NOT low sodium)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tsp brown sugar
Other Ingredients
- 8 oz spaghetti noodles
- 4 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 6 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup green onion (thinly sliced)
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: In a bowl, combine the oyster sauce, fish sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, and brown sugar. Mix well until the sugar is dissolved and set the sauce aside.
- Cook garlic in butter: Heat a pan over medium-high heat and add the unsalted butter. Once melted and hot, add the minced garlic and stir for about 20 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Add sauce to garlic: Immediately pour the prepared sauce into the pan with the garlic and stir to combine well. Keep the heat at medium-high so the sauce warms but does not burn.
- Cook noodles: In a large pot, bring well-salted water to a rolling boil. Add the spaghetti noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
- Toss noodles in sauce: Using tongs, transfer the cooked noodles directly from the pot (carrying some hot pasta water) to the pan with the garlic sauce. The starchy water helps thicken the sauce and helps it cling to the noodles.
- Add Parmesan and green onions: Stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese until fully incorporated, creating a creamy coating on the noodles. Garnish with thinly sliced green onions and serve immediately for best flavor.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese from a block instead of pre-grated for a smoother and creamier sauce.
- Reserve some pasta water before draining noodles to help emulsify and thicken the sauce.
- Do not overcook the garlic to avoid bitterness; just cook until fragrant, about 20 seconds.
- This dish is best served fresh and hot to enjoy the full flavor and creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
