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Gochujang Pasta

Spice Up Dinner with Creamy Gochujang Pasta Delight

Experience a flavorful explosion with Gochujang Pasta—creamy, spicy, and quick to prepare.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian, Korean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Fusilli Corti Bucati Pasta Can substitute with penne or spaghetti.
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Gochujang Check labels for gluten-free.
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced Can use 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
  • 4 tablespoons Salted Butter Can use unsalted or vegan alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Any neutral oil can be used.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan or Cheddar Cheese, shredded Nutritional yeast is a vegan substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Coconut milk can lighten it up for vegan.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Optional; omit if preferred.
  • 2 teaspoons Chopped Parsley Optional; try cilantro or green onions.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • sauté pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water. Add the fusilli pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente; strain and set aside.
  2. In a sauté pan, melt butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  3. Stir in Gochujang and heavy cream. Cook for 1-2 minutes until thickened.
  4. Add the strained pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat well.
  5. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure to adjust Gochujang for spice tolerance and consider adding sautéed vegetables for extra nutrition.

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