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Gochujang Pasta

Creamy Gochujang Pasta That'll Spice Up Your Dinner Routine

Creamy Gochujang Pasta is a fusion delight blending spicy Korean flavors with Italian comfort, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian, Korean
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Fusilli Corti Bucati Pasta Feel free to use gluten-free pasta or Asian noodles like ramen.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang Korean red chili pepper paste.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Salted; use vegan butter for a dairy-free version.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Swap with any neutral oil if preferred.
  • 0.5 cups Heavy Cream Can be substituted with cashew cream.
  • 0.5 cups Cheese Shredded parmesan or cheddar; plant-based cheese for vegan option.
  • 0.5 teaspoons Black Pepper Freshly ground.
For Garnish
  • 2 teaspoons Parsley Chopped.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Sauté pan
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add fusilli pasta and cook according to package instructions, about 7–12 minutes, until al dente. Strain and set aside, reserving a little pasta water.
  2. In a large sauté pan, melt butter and heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic, stirring for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Stir in gochujang, then pour in heavy cream and add cheese. Cook over medium heat for 1–2 minutes, stirring until the sauce thickens slightly.
  4. Add cooked fusilli to the sauce, tossing to coat. If the sauce is too thick, mix in a splash of reserved pasta water.
  5. Transfer to serving plates and garnish with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Reheat gently to maintain creaminess.

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