Spicy Gochujang Cream Spaghetti with Beef
Spicy Gochujang Cream Spaghetti with Beef marries velvety cream with the gentle heat and sweetness of Korean chili paste, creating a lush sauce that clings to every strand. Ground beef adds hearty richness, while Parmesan brings a salty finish and depth. It’s a comforting, weeknight-friendly pasta that’s great for casual dinners or a cozy night in.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, and cook the spaghetti, stirring occasionally, until slightly firm, about 12 minutes.
- 2
Scoop out 1/2 cup of the pasta water and set it aside. Drain the spaghetti.
- 3
Cook and stir the ground beef, bell pepper, and onion together in a large skillet until the meat and vegetables are browned, 6 to 7 minutes.
- 4
Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 5
Drain and discard any excess grease.
- 6
Add the tomato paste and gochujang to the meat, bring to a simmer, and cook, stirring constantly, for about 3 to 4 minutes.
- 7
Add the heavy whipping cream, and cook and stir until fully combined. Season with salt and pepper.
- 8
Add the cooked spaghetti to the meat mixture and stir in the Parmesan cheese.
- 9
If the sauce is too thick, add the reserved pasta water, 2 tablespoons at a time, until it reaches the desired consistency.
- Calories 991.26 kcal High
- Protein 36.1 g Good Source
- Carbs 87.91 g Moderate
- Total Fat 52.17 g High
- Saturated Fat 26.26 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 166.14 mg High
- Sodium 648.15 mg High
- Fiber 6.61 g Good Source
- Sugar 6.46 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 445.75 mg Good Source
- Iron 6.02 mg Good Source
- Potassium 404.8 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 30.04 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 84.17 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Spicy Gochujang Cream Spaghetti with Beef is an Italian dinner recipe made with 10 ingredients. It takes about 45 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Bell Pepper, Garlic, Gochujang Base, and Grated Parmesan Cheese. Each serving provides about 991.26 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Spicy Gochujang Cream Spaghetti with Beef?
- It is an Italian recipe made with 10 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Spicy Gochujang Cream Spaghetti with Beef made of?
- The main ingredients are Bell Pepper, Garlic, Gochujang Base, Grated Parmesan Cheese, Ground Beef. The full list of 10 is above.
- What goes well with Spicy Gochujang Cream Spaghetti with Beef?
- Explore these Italian side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Spicy Gochujang Cream Spaghetti with Beef?
- About 45 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 991.26 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Spicy Gochujang Cream Spaghetti with Beef easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 10 ingredients and 9 steps.
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