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Gigi Hadid’s Viral Spicy Vodka Pasta

A creamy, rich, and slightly spicy vodka pasta made with tomato paste, cream, and parmesan for a viral restaurant-style dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 620

Ingredients
  

Pasta & Sauce
  • 250 g rigatoni
  • 0.25 cup olive oil
  • 1 shallot finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.25 cup tomato paste
  • 1 tsp red chili flakes
  • 0.25 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 tbsp vodka optional
  • 0.5 cup reserved pasta water as needed
  • 1 tbsp fresh basil for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente and reserve some pasta water.
  2. Sauté shallot in olive oil over medium heat until soft.
  3. Add garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.
  4. Stir in tomato paste and cook until slightly darkened and caramelized.
  5. Add chili flakes and vodka, simmering briefly.
  6. Lower heat and stir in heavy cream until smooth.
  7. Mix in butter and parmesan cheese until melted.
  8. Add cooked pasta and pasta water to achieve desired sauce consistency, then serve.

Notes

Caramelizing the tomato paste is key to achieving deep flavor and the signature viral taste.