Description
Indulge in the viral sensation, Gigi Hadid’s Spicy Vodka Pasta! This creamy tomato pasta recipe is surprisingly easy to make with simple ingredients, delivering maximum flavor. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive dish for guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pasta (penne or rigatoni recommended)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 small shallot, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or more, to taste)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1/4 cup vodka (optional)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, reserving 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shallot and cook until softened (2-3 minutes). Add garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking until fragrant (1 minute).
- Stir in tomato paste and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing it to caramelize. If using vodka, add it and let it simmer for 1 minute.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Reduce heat to low, stir in butter and Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add drained pasta to the sauce and toss to coat. If needed, add reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil and additional Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- Use high-quality Parmesan cheese for the best flavor.
- Don’t skip reserving the pasta water; it’s crucial for creating a creamy sauce.
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your spice preference.
- Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or sausage for a complete meal.
- For a vegetarian option, add roasted vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, or eggplant.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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