A vibrant dish with steaming swirls of tender pasta coated in the glossy, reddish glow of Gochujang sauce. Steamed broccoli florets are scattered across, evoking the sight of blooming blossoms. A sprinkle of sesame seeds adds a pleasing contrast.

Broccoli Blossom Gochujang Pasta

Name: Broccoli Blossom Gochujang Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients: 1 large head broccoli cut into florets; 200 grams spaghetti; 2 tablespoons gochujang paste; 2 garlic cloves finely chopped; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 tablespoon honey; 2 teaspoons sesame oil; sesame seeds for garnish; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; to taste salt; to taste pepper

Spicy-sweet fusion pasta with crunchy broccoli blossoms.

Category Main Course

Prep 10 minutes

Cook 20 minutes

Style Fusion

Technique Boiling

Diet Friendly Vegetarian

Daily recipe · February 23, 2024

A little about this dish

This unique dish, 'Broccoli Blossom Pasta', combines elements of Italian and Korean cuisine. Its key ingredients are broccoli, pasta, and Gochujang, a spicy Korean chili paste. It's warm, comforting, perfect for the chilly weather, and full of exciting flavors.

Ingredients (for 2)

Large head broccoli — 1 — cut into florets
Spaghetti — 200 grams
Gochujang paste — 2 tablespoons
Garlic cloves — 2 — finely chopped
Soy sauce — 1 tablespoon
Honey — 1 tablespoon
Sesame oil — 2 teaspoons
Sesame seeds — — for garnish
Extra virgin olive oil — 2 tablespoons
Salt — to taste
Pepper — to taste

Preparation

Step 1 — 🍝🧂💧

Start by boiling water in a large pot, adding a pinch of salt and the spaghetti. Cook as per the package instructions until al dente.
Step 2 — 🍳🧄🔥

In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and sauté until fragrant.
Step 3 — 🍳🥦🧂

Add broccoli florets to the skillet, season with salt and pepper and sauté until they become vibrant and slightly tender.
Step 4 — 🍜🥣🥢

In a different bowl, combine Gochujang paste, soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil to make the sauce.
Step 5 — 🍝🥦🌀

Drain the pasta and reserve some pasta water. Stir in the sauce, cooked broccoli, and pasta. Toss well, adding pasta water if needed to get the right consistency.
Step 6 — 🥣🍽️🔥

Serve the pasta hot, garnished with a generous sprinkle of sesame seeds.

A final fox tip

You can add grilled chicken or tofu for a protein-packed dish. Mind the spice level of the Gochujang paste as it can vary based on brands. This dish offers a fun and delicious way to get kids to eat their vegetables, and they can assist in garnishing the dish.