Description
A delightful fusion of creamy goodness and spicy kick, Gochujang Pasta is a unique dish that combines Korean flavors with traditional pasta for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound dried pasta (any shape, fettuccine recommended)
- 1 tablespoon salted butter
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1½ tablespoon gochujang paste
- 1½ cups heavy cream
- ½ cup grated parmesan
- Optional: Fresh or dried parsley
Instructions
- Boil the pasta in a large pot of salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Save about a cup of the pasta water before draining.
- Sauté the garlic in melted butter over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the gochujang paste to the garlic butter, stirring until fully incorporated.
- Pour in the heavy cream and simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add the grated parmesan, stirring until melted and creamy.
- Combine the drained pasta with the sauce, tossing to coat evenly.
- Serve with a garnish of parsley and additional parmesan, if desired.
Notes
For a lighter version, use half-and-half or coconut cream. Adjust gochujang to taste for spice preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean/Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: gochujang, pasta, spicy pasta, Korean cuisine, comfort food