Grilled Figs with Prosciutto & Burrata

Grilled Figs with Prosciutto & Burrata

Preparation time: 30 minutes | Serves: 2 people

Trust the Italians to take something as simple as olive oil, garlic and pasta and transform it into something deeply satisfying. This extra garlicky spaghetti aglio e olio is quick, comforting, and unapologetically bold — a simple dish elevated through quality ingredients and technique.

By layering roasted garlic-infused olive oil with freshly sliced garlic, this version leans fully into richness and depth, balanced with a gentle heat from chilli and freshness from parsley.

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup Pukara Estate Garlic Extra Virgin Olive Oil + extra for drizzling
  • 5–6 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced
  • 1 tsp chilli flakes (or to taste)
  • 160–200g spaghetti (or other long pasta)
  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Method

  1. Cook the pasta in generously salted boiling water according to packet instructions. Drain, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.
  2. Warm a pan over medium heat and add the olive oil.
  3. Sauté the sliced garlic and chilli flakes until lightly golden and fragrant.
  4. Add the parsley and stir to combine.
  5. Toss in the cooked spaghetti.
  6. Add pasta water gradually while tossing, until the sauce becomes glossy and coats the pasta.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Finish with an extra drizzle of olive oil before serving.

Why this works

With so few ingredients, every element matters. The olive oil forms the base, sauce and structure of the dish, while the garlic builds depth — slowly blooming in the oil to release its full flavour.

The addition of starchy pasta water is what transforms everything. As it emulsifies with the oil, it creates a silky, cohesive sauce that clings to every strand.

Why you’ll love it

It’s fast, requires no planning, and delivers maximum flavour with minimal effort. Whether it’s a late-night meal or a quick dinner after a long day, this is the kind of dish that always delivers.

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