Description
A deliciously creamy and spicy Korean-inspired pasta featuring rich gochujang sauce blended with cream and Parmesan cheese, perfect for an easy and flavorful weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta and Sauce
- 8 ounces pasta of choice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut cream
- 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Sauté aromatics: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Prepare the sauce: Reduce heat to low and add the heavy cream, gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, and black pepper, stirring continuously until the sauce is smooth and heated through.
- Toss pasta with sauce: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce.
- Finish with cheese: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of gochujang to control the spice level according to your preference.
- Feel free to add cooked vegetables or proteins like chicken, shrimp, or tofu for a more complete meal.
- Use coconut cream instead of heavy cream to create a dairy-free version, making it vegetarian-friendly.
