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Creamy Gochujang Pasta – Spicy, Velvety & Totally Addictive

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Creamy Gochujang Pasta combines spicy Korean chili paste with heavy cream and savory aromatics for a rich, addictive fusion dish that’s ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz pasta (spaghetti, rigatoni, etc.)

  • 2 tbsp butter

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 shallot, minced

  • 23 tbsp gochujang paste

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • 1 tbsp soy sauce

  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan (optional)

  • ½ cup reserved pasta water

  • Salt to taste

  • Scallions, sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  • Cook pasta until al dente. Reserve ½ cup water.

  • In skillet, melt butter. Sauté garlic and shallots until soft.

  • Stir in gochujang and cook 1–2 min. Add cream and soy sauce. Simmer gently.

  • Toss in cooked pasta and reserved pasta water. Stir until creamy.

  • Add Parmesan if using. Garnish and serve hot.

Notes

Adjust gochujang to taste. Add sautéed mushrooms, shrimp, or tofu for variation.