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Gochujang Pasta in a creamy orange sauce, topped with grated cheese and fresh green chives, served in a bowl.

Gochujang Pasta

5 from 1 vote
A quick and indulgent Korean-Italian fusion Gochujang Pasta that's bold, spicy, and creamy.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, Korean
Calories: 613
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • oz dried rigatoni pasta or fusilli, spaghetti etc. - any pasta of your choice
  • 6 cloves garlic minced adds flavor and a mild heat
  • 1 medium shallot diced for a sweet mild onion flavor
  • 3.3 tablespoons unsalted butter for richness and smooth texture
  • 2.75 tablespoons gochujang Korean chili paste adds spicy and slightly sweet flavor
  • 1.4 cups heavy cream provides a creamy base for the sauce
  • 1.1 tablespoons oyster sauce adds a savory depth to the dish
  • ⅓ cup parmesan cheese freshly grated - around 27g adds umami and creaminess
  • ½ cup pasta water more as needed to help sauce consistency
  • Parmesan cheese freshly grated adds extra flavor and a nice finish
  • Chives chopped for a fresh mild onion flavor to garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot For boiling the pasta
  • 1 Colander To drain the pasta (but remember to save that pasta water first)
  • 1 Large skillet Big enough to hold all the pasta and sauce together

Method
 

  1. Boil the pasta in a large pot of salted water until al dente, following the package directions. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water.
  2. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-low heat. Add minced garlic and diced shallot and sauté until softened and fragrant, around 2 minutes.
  3. Stir in gochujang and cook for about 2 minutes to mellow out the spice.
  4. Pour in heavy cream and oyster sauce, stirring until combined. Let the sauce thicken for 4–5 minutes.
  5. Add cooked pasta to the skillet. Stir in parmesan cheese and reserved pasta water, mixing until the sauce becomes creamy. Cook for 1-2 minutes more, ensuring everything is well combined.
  6. Garnish with chopped chives and extra parmesan cheese before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 260gCalories: 613kcalCarbohydrates: 51gProtein: 14gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 25gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 118mgSodium: 297mgPotassium: 291mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1511IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 185mgIron: 1mg

Notes

A fusion dish blending the bold flavors of Korea with comforting Italian pasta. Quick and satisfying!

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