Creamy Gochujang Pasta Fusion (Print-Friendly Version)

Tender pasta tossed in a creamy gochujang sauce for the ultimate spicy, savory, and comforting main dish.

# Ingredients You’ll Need:

→ Pasta

01 - 8 oz dry Fusilli Corti Bucati Pasta or any pasta shape of your choice

→ Gochujang Pasta Cream Sauce

02 - 2 tablespoons Gochujang (Korean Red Chili Pepper Paste Sauce)
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
04 - 4 tablespoons salted butter
05 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
06 - ½ cup shredded parmesan or cheddar cheese
07 - ½ cup heavy cream
08 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (optional)
09 - 2 teaspoons chopped parsley (optional garnish)

# How to Make It:

01 - Bring water to a rolling boil. Salt water if desired. Add pasta to water and cook for 7-12 minutes or until pasta reaches your desired texture. Strain and set aside.
02 - Add butter and olive oil to a sauté pan and bring to medium heat. Add garlic and optional freshly ground black pepper, cooking for 30-60 seconds until garlic is fragrant but not burnt. Add Gochujang, heavy cream, and shredded parmesan or cheddar cheese. Cook for 1-2 minutes or until sauce is slightly thickened.
03 - Add the cooked Bucatini pasta to the pan and stir to combine with the sauce.
04 - Transfer to a plate, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, ensuring the pasta is completely cooled.
02 - Gochujang pasta pairs well with proteins like grilled chicken, shrimp, tofu, or ground beef for a heartier meal.
03 - Add freshness and texture by mixing in sautéed or roasted vegetables such as bell peppers, zucchini, or mushrooms.
04 - For a vegan version, substitute plant-based milk like almond, coconut, or soy milk, and consider using mushrooms or tempeh as a protein option.
05 - Experiment with noodles—bucatini is great, but Asian noodles like ramen or rice noodles work just as well.
06 - Korean-style pickled radishes (Danmuji) can balance the spiciness of the dish as a side.
07 - Garnish with fresh herbs like cilantro, basil, or Thai basil for added flavor.
08 - Serve with a side of kimchi for extra tang and complexity.

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