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Gochujang Pasta

Creamy Gochujang Pasta: A Spicy Twist on Comfort Food

Experience a delightful fusion with this creamy Gochujang Pasta, offering a unique spicy-sweet twist on traditional comfort food.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean-Italian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Fusilli Corti Bucati Pasta Can substitute with favorite pasta shape.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Salted Butter Unsalted butter can be used.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced.
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang Korean chili paste.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can use half-and-half or dairy-free variant.
  • 1 cup Shredded Parmesan or Cheddar Cheese Substitute with nutritional yeast for a vegan option.
  • to taste Black Pepper Freshly ground is best.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Parsley For garnish; cilantro or basil are substitutes.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • sauté pan
  • Tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add a pinch of salt. Cook fusilli corti bucati pasta for 7-12 minutes until al dente, then reserve a cup of pasta water, strain, and set aside.
  2. In a sauté pan, melt butter and olive oil over medium heat, then add minced garlic and sauté for 30-60 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Stir in gochujang and heavy cream, mix well, and cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  4. Add shredded cheese to the sauce and stir until melted and creamy.
  5. Mix the cooked pasta into the sauce, tossing gently with tongs, adding reserved pasta water as needed for consistency.
  6. Serve on plates and garnish with chopped parsley and a pinch of black pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 20gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal taste, serve immediately and enjoy the creamy texture of the sauce.

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