Creamy Chili Oil Pasta Recipe
Welcome back to my kitchen! Today, Iām 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 šš¶ļø
Ingredients:
- 1/2 lb rigatoni pasta or penne š
- 2.5 tbsp butter š§
- 1 tbsp oil š»
- 6 cloves garlic, sliced š§
- 2 tbsp tomato paste š
- 2.5 tbsp chili oil (just the sediments) š¶ļø
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream or heavy cream š„
- 1/4 cup pasta water š§
- 1/2 tsp salt (adjust accordingly) š§
- 1/2 tsp sugar š¬
- 1/2 tsp paprika (optional) š¶ļø
- 2 tsp dried/fresh basil (optional) šæ
- Parmesan cheese, for serving š§
Instructions:
1ļøā£ 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. šš§
2ļøā£ SautĆ© the Garlic: In a large pan, melt 1 tbsp of butter along with the oil over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and sautĆ© for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and slightly golden. š§š„
3ļøā£ Add Tomato Paste and Chili Oil: Stir in the tomato paste and continue to sautĆ© for another minute. Then, add the chili oil sediments and mix well. š š¶ļø
4ļøā£ Pour in the Cream: Slowly pour in the heavy whipping cream, stirring continuously to combine. Let it cook for 1-2 minutes. š„
5ļøā£ 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. š¶ļøšæ
6ļøā£ 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. šš§
7ļøā£ Serve: Serve the pasta hot, topped with a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. Enjoy this creamy, spicy delight! š§š
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 youāre 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 šš¶ļø
- Total Time: 30min
Ingredients
1/2 lb rigatoni pasta or penne š
2.5 tbsp butter š§
1 tbsp oil š»
6 cloves garlic, sliced š§
2 tbsp tomato paste š
2.5 tbsp chili oil (just the sediments) š¶ļø
1 cup heavy whipping cream or heavy cream š„
1/4 cup pasta water š§
1/2 tsp salt (adjust accordingly) š§
1/2 tsp sugar š¬
1/2 tsp paprika (optional) š¶ļø
2 tsp dried/fresh basil (optional) šæ
Parmesan cheese, for serving š§
Instructions
1ļøā£ Boil pasta in lightly salted water until cooked and reserve some pasta water. šš§
2ļøā£ SautĆ© garlic cloves in 1 tbsp melted butter and oil over medium heat for 2-3 minutes. š§š„
3ļøā£ Add tomato paste and continue sautĆ©ing for another minute before adding chili oil. š š¶ļø
4ļøā£ Stir well for another minute then pour in heavy whipping cream. š„
5ļøā£ Continue stirring for 1-2 minutes before adding the rest of the seasoning and basil. š¶ļøšæ
6ļøā£ Let it continue cooking until it boils, stirring occasionally. š²
7ļøā£ Add 1/4 cup of pasta water, pasta, and the remaining butter. Stir until every piece is well coated and turn off heat. šš§
8ļøā£ Serve while hot with Parmesan cheese and enjoy! š§š
- Prep Time: 10min
- Cook Time: 20min