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Viral Gochujang Pasta
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Viral Gochujang Pasta

15 minServes 1Nutri-Score C€€
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what you need

Ingredients

1 person
  • quick-cook spaghetti (windmill-shaped, 3-minute pasta)Grains100 g
  • cream cheese (softened)Dairy45 g
  • gochujangPantry30 g
  • chilli oilPantry15 ml
  • spring onion (sliced)Produce2 pieces
  • garlic (grated)Produce2 pieces
  • sesame seedsNuts & seeds9 g
  • shrimp (peeled)Fish100 g
  • salt (to taste)Spices2 g

per serving

Nutrition

728kcal

Carbs
78 g
Proteins
32 g
Fat
32 g
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Tools

  • Stockpot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Frying pan

step by step

Method

  1. Cook the pasta

    • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
    • Cook the quick-cook spaghetti until just done, about 3 minutes.
    • Reserve some of the pasta water before draining.
    Step 1
  2. Build the sauce

    • In a bowl, combine the gochujang, cream cheese and chilli oil.
    • Add the sliced spring onions, grated garlic and sesame seeds.
    • Season with salt and mix into a smooth paste.
    Step 2
  3. Combine pasta and sauce

    • Add the cooked pasta to the sauce with a splash of pasta water.
    • Toss until the sauce thins out and coats the pasta evenly.
    Step 3
  4. Add the shrimp and plate

    • Toss in the shrimp for protein and warm through.
    • Plate up and serve immediately.
    Step 4