Spicy Vodka Pasta (with or without vodka!)
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5.0
141 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
457 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Spicy Vodka Pasta (with or without vodka!)
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This take on spicy vodka pasta can be made with or without vodka and easily made vegan or vegetarian! The perfect weeknight dinner or date night meal.
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Ingredients
- 16 oz shell pasta substitute any short pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 shallot substitute ¼ onion
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup tomato paste
- 3 tablespoons vodka optional
- 2 teaspoons red chili flakes
- ½ cup heavy cream substitute coconut cream
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ cup Vegetarian Parmesan substitute vegan parmesan
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil chopped
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Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to boil and cook the pasta in it. Save half a cup of pasta water.
- In a large skillet, heat two tablespoons of olive oil. Add 1 diced shallot and sauté until aromatic (2-3 minutes). Then, add 3-4 cloves of minced garlic and sauté until aromatic (about 30 seconds).
- Add ¼ cup of tomato paste to the skillet and stir to combine. Then, add 3 tablespoons of vodka and allow this to simmer for at least 7 to 10 minutes to cook the alcohol off (the vodka is totally optional, so if you're not using it, skip straight to the next step).
- Add 2 teaspoons of red chili flakes into the sauce followed by a cup of heavy cream or coconut cream. Stir to combine and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Add a tablespoon of fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of salt and ½ teaspoon of pepper and adjust to taste!
- Add your drained pasta into the skillet along with a couple of tablespoons of pasta water (as needed to create a thick sauce). Top with vegetarian or vegan parmesan and fresh, chopped up basil (optional). Serve hot!
Notes
- Deglaze with vodka to add depth of flavor to the sauce. (Vodka is optional, but recommended.)
- Balance the flavors with a pinch of sugar to enhance the savory flavors.
- Adjust the spice level by adding as much red pepper flakes as desired.
- Cook the pasta al dente in well-salted water.
- Use a starchy pasta like rigatoni or penne to thicken the sauce.
- Reserve some of the pasta water to add to the sauce if it gets too thick.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
457kcal
(23%)
Carbohydrates
61g
(20%)
Protein
14g
(28%)
Fat
15g
(23%)
Saturated Fat
7g
(35%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
6g
Cholesterol
33mg
(11%)
Sodium
631mg
(26%)
Potassium
338mg
(10%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
740IU
(15%)
Vitamin C
3mg
(3%)
Calcium
139mg
(14%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 457 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 457kcal | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 61g | 20% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 33mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 631mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 338mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 740IU | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 139mg | 14% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5.0
141 reviews
Excellent
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