Garlic Butter Noodles

By Chef B. Boukim

Prep: 5 min · Cook: 15 min · Total: 20 min · Serves 4

Ingredients

• 8 oz (225 g) Linguine or spaghetti
• 10 cloves Garlic cloves, finely minced
• 5 tbsp Unsalted butter
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 tbsp Soy sauce
• 1 tbsp Oyster sauce
• 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tbsp Fresh chives, chopped
• 1/4 tsp Red pepper flakes
• to taste Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Cook the noodles in salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
2. In a large skillet, melt 3 tbsp butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until golden and fragrant.
3. Add soy sauce and oyster sauce, stirring to combine. Cook for 30 seconds.
4. Add the drained noodles to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the garlic sauce.
5. Add the remaining 2 tbsp butter, Parmesan cheese, and a splash of pasta water. Toss until the sauce is glossy and clings to the noodles.
6. Season with red pepper flakes, chives, salt, and pepper. Serve immediately in warm bowls.