Creamy Gochujang Pasta is cheesy and garlicky with just the right amount of heat. This spicy pasta packs a delicious punch that’s sweet, spicy, salty and satisfying. This gochujang pasta recipe is made with simple ingredients and comes together quickly. Gochujang cream pasta is a spice lover’s dream and makes the perfect weeknight dinner.
Cook the linguine pasta according to the pasta instructions. Drain the water and set it aside.
Heat a large skillet with oil on a medium flame. Add oil and butter. Once the butter is melted, add the sliced garlic and shallots, and cook for 2-3 minutes.
Add tomato paste and gochujang and cook until the oil starts floating.
Stir in the broth and cook for a couple of minutes. Pour the heavy cream and season it with salt and pepper. Allow the sauce to simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Add the pasta to the skillet and toss it until everything combines well. Add in the parmesan cheese.
Once done, garnish the creamy gochujang pasta with chopped chives and serve it warm with your favorite protein on the side.
Notes
Gochujang is usually found in the Asian aisle of your local grocery store.
Add a little bit of smoked paprika for an extra layer of flavor.
Salt the pasta water for the best flavor.
Reserve a little of the pasta water to loosen the sauce if it’s too thick.
Use pasta that has enough surface area to really collect the sauce. We used linguine, but you could use rigatoni, penne, spaghetti or any similar pasta shape.
Cook the pasta to al dente, as it will continue to cook when mixed with the sauce.
Cook the sauce over medium heat so the sauce doesn’t curdle.
Prep all your sauce ingredients in advance, as it comes together very quickly.