Dzung Makes a Spicy VODKA SAUCE for any Pasta

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

Add a drizzle of olive oil to a pan and let it get hot.

Add 1 finely minced shallot and 2 cloves of finely minced garlic to the pan.

Saute the shallots and garlic until fragrant, ensuring they are finely minced for a smooth sauce.

Add 2 cups of crushed tomatoes and 1/4 cup of tomato paste to the pan and mix together.

Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream and mix well.

Add 1/4 cup of sambal oelek or chili garlic sauce to the mixture for spiciness.

Add 1/4 cup of vodka and simmer the sauce to cook off the alcohol, ensuring it will not affect the dish.

Let the sauce simmer for about 20 minutes.

Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the sauce to make it glossy and add a pinch of salt.

Bring the sauce back to a simmer and dunk in the fresh pasta.

Add about 2 cups of saved pasta water to help the noodles stick to the sauce, using about 1/4 cup for each serving.

Let the pasta cook for another minute to absorb the sauce.

Plate the pasta and garnish with freshly grated Parmesan and a sprinkle of parsley.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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Allergens