Gochujang Pasta: A Spicy and Easy Twist on Comfort Food
A delicious and spicy pasta dish that combines the flavor of gochujang with traditional comfort food elements.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons gochujang
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a pan, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in gochujang, soy sauce, and brown sugar, mixing until well combined.
- Add heavy cream to the sauce and let it simmer for a few minutes.
- Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce until evenly coated.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
- For a spicy kick, adjust the amount of gochujang to your taste.
- Top with sesame seeds for added flavor and crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Gochujang Pasta, Spicy Pasta, Comfort Food