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Gochujang Pasta

Creamy Gochujang Pasta for a Quick Flavor Explosion

Experience a flavor explosion with this Creamy Gochujang Pasta, a quick and customizable dish perfect for all occasions.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian, Korean
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Fusilli Corti Bucati Pasta Feel free to swap for your favorite pasta type.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be replaced with any neutral oil.
  • 4 tablespoons Salted Butter Unsalted butter works well for a lighter touch.
  • 3 Garlic Minced; can substitute with garlic powder.
  • ½ cup Parmesan or Cheddar Cheese Consider using vegan cheese for a dairy-free version.
  • ½ cup Heavy Cream Substitute with plant-based cream for vegan option.
  • ½ teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper Optional; omit for milder taste.
  • 2 teaspoons Chopped Parsley For garnish; basil or cilantro are great alternatives.
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang Check labels for gluten-free options.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Sauté pan
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil over high heat. Add a generous amount of salt and cook the fusilli corti bucati pasta for 7-12 minutes until al dente. Strain the pasta, reserving a cup of pasta water.
  2. In a sauté pan over medium heat, melt the salted butter and olive oil. Once melted, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  3. Stir in Gochujang, heavy cream, and shredded cheese into the sauté pan, cooking until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
  4. Add the cooked pasta into the sauce, tossing gently to coat. Add reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
  5. Transfer the creamy Gochujang pasta onto plates, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 14gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently with a splash of cream or water.

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