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Kimchi Bacon Pasta

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Indulge in Kimchi bacon pasta, where smoky bacon meets spicy, tangy kimchi in comforting noodles.

  • Author: Genio Ng
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 Minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 3 servings 1x
  • Category: Pasta
  • Method: Easy
  • Cuisine: Korean

Ingredients

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  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 onion, finely chopped
  • 3–4 strips thick-cut bacon, sliced
  • 1 cup well-fermented kimchi, chopped
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons gochujang
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 6 oz spaghetti
  • 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

Garnish

  • Grated Parmesan cheese
  • Sliced green onions

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients
    Slice the bacon into bite-sized pieces. Chop the kimchi and onion, and mince the garlic. Set aside.
  2. Cook the Pasta
    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve about 1/4 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
  3. Render the Bacon
    In a large skillet over medium heat, add the sliced bacon. Cook until the fat renders and the bacon becomes lightly crisp.
  4. Sauté the Aromatics
    Add the chopped onion to the bacon and sauté until translucent, about 2–3 minutes.
  5. Add Kimchi and Garlic
    Stir in the chopped kimchi and minced garlic. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and slightly caramelized.
  6. Incorporate Gochujang
    Add the gochujang and stir well, cooking for about 1 minute to deepen the flavor.
  7. Add Cream and Simmer
    Pour in the heavy cream and add black pepper. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3–5 minutes. Add a splash of reserved pasta water if the sauce becomes too thick.
  8. Combine Pasta and Sauce
    Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss until fully coated in the sauce.
  9. Finish with Cheese
    Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and evenly incorporated.
  10. Serve and Garnish
    Transfer to serving bowls. Garnish with additional grated Parmesan cheese and sliced green onions before serving.

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