Creamy Chili Oil Pasta Recipe
Welcome back to my kitchen! Today, I’m excited to share a mouthwatering pasta recipe that combines the richness of heavy cream with the fiery kick of chili oil. This Creamy Chili Oil Pasta is a perfect blend of comfort and spice, making it an ideal dish for any pasta lover. Let’s dive into the recipe!
Creamy Chili Oil Pasta 🍝🌶️
Ingredients:
- 1/2 lb rigatoni pasta or penne 🍝
- 2.5 tbsp butter 🧈
- 1 tbsp oil 🌻
- 6 cloves garlic, sliced 🧄
- 2 tbsp tomato paste 🍅
- 2.5 tbsp chili oil (just the sediments) 🌶️
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream or heavy cream 🥛
- 1/4 cup pasta water 💧
- 1/2 tsp salt (adjust accordingly) 🧂
- 1/2 tsp sugar 🍬
- 1/2 tsp paprika (optional) 🌶️
- 2 tsp dried/fresh basil (optional) 🌿
- Parmesan cheese, for serving 🧀
Instructions:
1️⃣ Boil the Pasta: Start by boiling the pasta in lightly salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water for later use. 🍝💧
2️⃣ Sauté the Garlic: In a large pan, melt 1 tbsp of butter along with the oil over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and slightly golden. 🧄🔥
3️⃣ Add Tomato Paste and Chili Oil: Stir in the tomato paste and continue to sauté for another minute. Then, add the chili oil sediments and mix well. 🍅🌶️
4️⃣ Pour in the Cream: Slowly pour in the heavy whipping cream, stirring continuously to combine. Let it cook for 1-2 minutes. 🥛
5️⃣ Season the Sauce: Add salt, sugar, paprika (if using), and basil (if using). Stir to combine and let the sauce simmer until it starts to boil, stirring occasionally. 🌶️🌿
6️⃣ Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the reserved pasta water, cooked pasta, and the remaining butter to the sauce. Stir until the pasta is well coated with the creamy sauce. Turn off the heat. 🍝🧈
7️⃣ Serve: Serve the pasta hot, topped with a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. Enjoy this creamy, spicy delight! 🧀😋
Time Breakdown:
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
This Creamy Chili Oil Pasta is a quick and easy recipe that brings a delightful heat to your dinner table. Whether you’re a fan of spicy food or just looking to try something new, this dish is sure to impress. Happy cooking!
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Creamy Chili Oil Pasta 🍝🌶️
- Total Time: 30min
Ingredients
1/2 lb rigatoni pasta or penne 🍝
2.5 tbsp butter 🧈
1 tbsp oil 🌻
6 cloves garlic, sliced 🧄
2 tbsp tomato paste 🍅
2.5 tbsp chili oil (just the sediments) 🌶️
1 cup heavy whipping cream or heavy cream 🥛
1/4 cup pasta water 💧
1/2 tsp salt (adjust accordingly) 🧂
1/2 tsp sugar 🍬
1/2 tsp paprika (optional) 🌶️
2 tsp dried/fresh basil (optional) 🌿
Parmesan cheese, for serving 🧀
Instructions
1️⃣ Boil pasta in lightly salted water until cooked and reserve some pasta water. 🍝💧
2️⃣ Sauté garlic cloves in 1 tbsp melted butter and oil over medium heat for 2-3 minutes. 🧄🔥
3️⃣ Add tomato paste and continue sautéing for another minute before adding chili oil. 🍅🌶️
4️⃣ Stir well for another minute then pour in heavy whipping cream. 🥛
5️⃣ Continue stirring for 1-2 minutes before adding the rest of the seasoning and basil. 🌶️🌿
6️⃣ Let it continue cooking until it boils, stirring occasionally. 🍲
7️⃣ Add 1/4 cup of pasta water, pasta, and the remaining butter. Stir until every piece is well coated and turn off heat. 🍝🧈
8️⃣ Serve while hot with Parmesan cheese and enjoy! 🧀😋
- Prep Time: 10min
- Cook Time: 20min