Description
This creamy Gochujang pasta combines the spicy, savory flavors of Korean Gochujang paste with a rich and smooth cream sauce, tossed with perfectly cooked pasta. A quick and delicious fusion dish that brings bold Asian flavors into a comforting Italian favorite, garnished with fresh parsley for a touch of freshness.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 250 grams pasta
Sauce
- 2 tablespoons Gochujang paste
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Begin by boiling 250 grams of pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Heat Oil: In a separate pan, warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat to prepare for sautéing.
- Sauté Garlic: Add 2 cloves of minced garlic to the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and translucent, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- Add Gochujang: Stir in 2 tablespoons of Gochujang paste, combining thoroughly with the garlic and olive oil to release its spicy and umami flavors.
- Add Cream: Pour in 1/2 cup of heavy cream, stirring continuously to blend it smoothly with the Gochujang mixture, creating a creamy sauce.
- Simmer Sauce: Let the sauce simmer gently for 2-3 minutes to thicken slightly and develop deeper flavor integration.
- Season Sauce: Season the creamy sauce with salt and freshly ground pepper to taste, stirring well.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the drained pasta to the pan with the sauce and toss thoroughly to ensure every strand is evenly coated.
- Serve: Plate the creamy Gochujang pasta hot, garnished generously with freshly chopped parsley for color and freshness.
- Enjoy: Relish your delicious and spicy Korean-inspired creamy pasta dish.
Notes
- Use pasta shapes like spaghetti, linguine, or fettuccine for best sauce adhesion.
- If you prefer a lighter sauce, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk, but the sauce may be less rich.
- Adjust the amount of Gochujang paste to control the spiciness level according to your preference.
- Fresh parsley adds a bright note, but you can substitute with chopped green onions or cilantro.
- Reserve a small amount of pasta cooking water to loosen the sauce if it becomes too thick.
