Creamy Gochujang Spicy Pasta Recipe | Korean-Style Fusion
Make this bold, creamy gochujang pasta in just 20 minutes. A spicy, Korean-Italian fusion dish that’s rich, addictive, and packed with umami flavour.
Creamy Spicy Gochujang Pasta
Ingredients
- 300g (10.5oz) - Pasta of Choice (Linguine, Fettuccine or Spaghetti)
- 1 Tbsp (14g) - Unsalted Butter
- 1 - Brown (Yellow Onion), Diced
- 3 - Garlic Cloves, Grated
- 2 - Spring Onions (Scallions), Thinly Sliced
- ½ Cup (125ml) - Thickened Cream (35% Fat)
- 1 Tbsp (20g) - Gochujang (Korean Spice Paste)
- 1 tsp (10g) - Honey
- 1 Tbsp (20ml) - Low Sodium Soy Sauce
- Parmigiano Reggiano
- Pasta Water
- Salt & Cracked Black Pepper
Method
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water for 1 minute less than the packet instructions and drain. Reserve about 3/4 cup of starchy pasta water.
- In a pan over medium-high heat, add unsalted butter and sauté the brown onion for 3 minutes or until soft. Add garlic and saute for 1 minute.
- Add cream, gochujang, honey and soy sauce and mix until smooth. Add in Parmigiano Reggiano to taste and season with salt and pepper.
- Add the cooked and drained pasta and mix well to coat. Cook for 1 minute and adjust sauce consistency with reserved pasta water/
- Finish with Parmesan (if using). Garnish with spring onions & sesame seeds.
The above nutrition guide is based on daily averages and is calculated for a single portion.
Recipe Notes
Creamy Gochujang Spicy Pasta Storage Instructions
Let the pasta cool completely, then store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. The sauce may thicken slightly as it chills.
Creamy Gochujang Spicy Pasta Reheating Instructions
Stovetop (Best Method)
Add a splash of water, milk, or cream to a pan. Reheat the pasta over medium heat, stirring gently until hot and creamy.
Microwave
Add a spoonful of liquid, cover loosely, and heat in 30-second bursts, stirring in between, until hot.
Tip: Avoid overheating to prevent the sauce from splitting.
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I cooked this last night . Added about 300g of thinly sliced chicken breast and some mushrooms. The result was very tasty.
Thank you, Les!