Lemon Chilli Spring Vegetable Pasta

Ingredients

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook until al dente according to package instructions.

2. 2

   While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a wok or large pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.

3. 3

   Add fresh red chillies and sliced garlic, stir-fry gently for 20 seconds until aromatic.

4. 4

   Add asparagus to the pan and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until just tender-crisp.

5. 5

   Add pea shoots and stir-fry for 30 seconds until wilted.

6. 6

   Drain cooked spaghetti, reserving 100ml pasta water. Add pasta to the vegetable mixture.

7. 7

   Add sesame oil and lemon juice, toss well. Add reserved pasta water gradually to achieve a silky consistency.

8. 8

   Season with sea salt and white pepper to taste. Toss the pasta and vegetables until well combined.

9. 9

   Transfer to serving plates. Top with fresh lemon zest, sliced spring onions, and a sprinkle of dried chilli flakes.