Description
This Gochujang Creamy Pasta is a spicy, savory, and creamy fusion dish that combines the heat of Korean gochujang with the richness of coconut milk, creating a bold and comforting vegan meal.
Ingredients
8 oz pasta of choice (gluten-free or regular)
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 small shallot, finely chopped
2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk or dairy-free cream
1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
1 teaspoon maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon rice vinegar
Salt and black pepper to taste
Chopped scallions and toasted sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and then drain.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic and shallot for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
- Stir in gochujang and tomato paste. Cook for 1 minute to deepen the flavor.
- Add coconut milk, soy sauce, maple syrup, and rice vinegar. Stir to combine into a creamy sauce.
- Simmer the sauce for 3-4 minutes. Taste and season with salt and black pepper as needed.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped scallions and toasted sesame seeds.
Notes
Add sautéed mushrooms or baby spinach for extra veggies.
Top with pan-fried tofu or shredded vegan chicken for a heartier meal.
Reduce gochujang and increase coconut milk for a milder version.
Can be made non-vegan by adding a sprinkle of parmesan cheese.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Reheat with a splash of water or plant milk to revive the creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
