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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

A quick and indulgent Korean-Italian fusion Gochujang Pasta that's bold, spicy, and creamy.
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Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, Korean
Keyword: creamy, Gochujang, Gochujang Pasta, Pasta, spicy
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 613kcal
Cost: $12

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

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

Instructions

  • Boil the pasta in a large pot of salted water until al dente, following the package directions. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water.
  • 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.
  • Stir in gochujang and cook for about 2 minutes to mellow out the spice.
  • Pour in heavy cream and oyster sauce, stirring until combined. Let the sauce thicken for 4–5 minutes.
  • 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.
  • Garnish with chopped chives and extra parmesan cheese before serving.

Notes

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

Nutrition

Serving: 260g | Calories: 613kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 40g | Saturated Fat: 25g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 118mg | Sodium: 297mg | Potassium: 291mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1511IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 185mg | Iron: 1mg