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Vodka Pasta

Cultural Context

Vodka pasta is a popular Italian-American dish that combines the richness of cream and the acidity of tomatoes with a splash of vodka, creating a unique and flavorful sauce.

ItalianITmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
12 oz penne pasta
1 cup heavy cream
2 tbsp tomato paste
3 cloves garlic
1 medium onion, diced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 cup vodka
2 tbsp homemade chili crisp
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tbsp sesame seeds
1 star anise
2 dried chilies
1/2 tsp chili flakes
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1/4 cup fried shallots
2 tbsp soy sauce
Fresh basil for garnish
1/2 tsp black pepper

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

1

Start by mincing garlic finely.

2

Add sesame seeds, star anise, and dried chilies into a pan to toast and release their oils.

3

In a bowl, combine chili flakes, garlic powder, onion powder, minced garlic, fried shallots, and soy sauce.

4

Once the spices are toasted, add them to the bowl.

5

Heat vegetable oil in a separate pan.

6

Cook onions and garlic in olive oil until fragrant.

7

Drain the cooked penne pasta.

8

Add tomato paste to the pan and cook until it turns brick red.

9

Deglaze the pan with vodka after the tomato paste is ready.

10

Stir in heavy cream and mix until fully combined.

11

Add the drained pasta to the sauce and mix well.

12

Add homemade chili oil to the pasta, adjusting the amount to taste.

13

Plate the pasta and top with more chili oil, black pepper, and fresh basil.

Equipment Needed

large potskilletcolandermeasuring cupsmeasuring spoonswooden spoon

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-free
Local Name: Pasta alla Vodka

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