Gochujang Pasta Recipe
This Gochujang Pasta is a delightful fusion dish combining the spicy, umami-rich Korean red chili paste with creamy Italian-style pasta. Using Bucatini or your favorite pasta shape, it offers a quick, flavorful meal with a creamy gochujang-infused sauce enhanced by garlic, butter, cream, and parmesan cheese. Perfect for those craving a spicy twist on classic creamy pasta.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion (Korean-Italian)
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 8 oz dry Fusilli Corti Bucati Pasta (Bucatini pasta or any preferred pasta shape)
Sauce
- 2 tablespoons Gochujang (Korean red chili pepper paste sauce)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced or pressed)
- 4 tablespoons salted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ cup shredded parmesan or cheddar cheese
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (optional)
- 2 teaspoons chopped parsley (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Pasta Preparation: Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Optionally add salt to the water to season the pasta. Add the pasta and cook for 7-12 minutes or until it reaches your desired tenderness. Drain the pasta and set it aside.
- Prepare the Sauce Base: In a sauté pan over medium heat, add the butter and olive oil. Once melted and hot, add the minced garlic and optional freshly ground black pepper. Cook for 30 to 60 seconds until the garlic is fragrant but not burnt.
- Add Gochujang and Dairy: Stir in the gochujang paste, heavy cream, and shredded parmesan or cheddar cheese into the pan. Cook the mixture for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce slightly thickens and becomes creamy.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked Bucatini pasta back into the pan. Toss thoroughly to coat all the pasta evenly with the creamy gochujang sauce.
- Serve and Garnish: Transfer the coated pasta to plates or bowls. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy your spicy, creamy gochujang pasta!
Notes
- You can substitute Bucatini with any pasta shape like fusilli, spaghetti, or penne based on preference.
- Adjust the amount of gochujang according to your preferred spice level.
- For a richer taste, use freshly grated parmesan cheese.
- If you do not have heavy cream, you can substitute with half-and-half or a combination of milk and a bit of butter, but the sauce will be less creamy.
- Black pepper is optional but adds a nice depth to the sauce.
- Garnish with parsley or even a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for an extra Korean touch.
Keywords: Gochujang pasta, Korean pasta recipe, creamy spicy pasta, Bucatini pasta, gochujang sauce, fusion pasta recipe
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