# Spicy Vodka Pasta

> Pasta in a creamy tomato and vodka sauce with chilli and Parmesan. Full ingredients and step-by-step instructions from @the_pastaqueen.

- **Source:** [@the_pastaqueen on TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@the_pastaqueen/video/6865379733186596102)
- **Estimated total time:** 35 minutes
- **Serves:** 4
- **Category:** Main course · **Cuisine:** Italian
- **Mood:** Comfort Food
- **Main ingredients:** Pasta, Cream, Tomato, Butter, Garlic
- **Last reviewed:** 2026-10-08
- **Canonical URL:** https://mezze-app.com/recipes/spicy-vodka-pasta

## Ingredients

- 400 g pasta, rigatoni or similar short pasta
- 30 ml olive oil
- 1 × onion, finely chopped
- 3 × garlic, minced
- 100 g tomato paste
- 60 ml vodka
- 3 g chili flakes
- 150 ml heavy cream
- 60 g parmesan, grated
- 30 g butter
- 5 g salt
- 2 g black pepper, freshly ground
- 10 g basil, fresh leaves

## Method

1. **Cook the pasta** Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta until al dente, then drain, keeping a little cooking water.
2. **Make the sauce base** Heat the olive oil in a large pan and soften the onion. Add the garlic and chili flakes and cook until fragrant. Stir in the tomato paste and cook it down until darkened.
3. **Add the vodka** Pour in the vodka and stir, letting the alcohol cook off.
4. **Finish the sauce** Lower the heat and stir in the cream and butter. Add the grated parmesan and season with salt and pepper.
5. **Combine and serve** Toss the drained pasta into the sauce, loosening with a splash of cooking water. Serve topped with basil leaves and extra parmesan.

## FAQ

**How long does spicy vodka pasta take?**

The estimated total time recorded for this recipe is 35 minutes. Read the method before starting and allow for any cooling, chilling or marinating described in the steps.

**How many servings does this recipe make?**

The quantities listed are for 4 servings. The full ingredient list and instructions are included above.

**Who created this recipe?**

This recipe was shared by @the_pastaqueen on TikTok. Mezze transcribed the video into ingredients and steps; the original video is linked above.

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