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Creamy Gochujang Pastawith an Indian Twist

Recipe by Palak Patel on InstagramAdded 1 August 2026.

10 minutes to prep, 15 to cook. A bold fusion of Korean gochujang heat and aromatic Indian spices creates a silky, creamy sauce that clings to al dente pasta. Perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner with a spicy, comforting twist.

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Creamy Gochujang Pasta with an Indian Twist by Palak Patel, a frame from the Instagram video

Method

  1. Heat the butter and oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

  2. Add the diced shallots and sauté until soft, about 2–3 minutes.

  3. Stir in the minced garlic, gochujang paste, and red chili flakes; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The garlic and gochujang smell fragrant after cooking in the oil.

  4. Add tomato paste, salt, cumin powder, coriander powder, garam masala, turmeric powder, and red chili powder; stir well and cook for another 1–2 minutes.

  5. Reduce heat to medium‑low, pour in the whole milk, and simmer gently for 2–3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The milk blends into the spice mixture and the sauce thickens gently.

  6. Add the cooked al dente pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat; continue cooking for 3–4 minutes until the sauce clings to the pasta and everything is heated through.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The pasta is coated with sauce that clings to the surface.

  7. If the sauce appears too thick, splash in a little extra milk and stir to reach desired creaminess.

  8. Remove from heat, stir in the chopped parsley, and serve the pasta hot.

Tips while you cook

Sauté shallots first
Cook the diced shallots until soft before adding garlic and spices.
Briefly toast spices
Stir the tomato paste and all spices together and cook for 1–2 minutes.
Gentle milk simmer
Reduce heat and simmer the milk for 2–3 minutes to let the sauce thicken slightly.
Adjust sauce thickness
If the sauce becomes too thick, splash in a little extra milk and stir.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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