Spicy Vodka Pasta with Crispy Pancetta 🍝 I finally perfected my vodka sauce recipe, and it’s absolutely divine. I used @Banza🍕🍝🫘 to get that extra protein and fiber (which we could all use around the holidays)
#BanzaPartner Here’s how to make it: 2 tbsp butter 1 tbsp olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, sliced Salt, to taste Water 1lb Banza Rotini 8-12 oz pancetta, cubed 1 tbsp calabrian chili paste, to taste 1 tsp oregano 2-3 cloves garlic, grated 6.5 oz tomato paste ½ cup vodka 1 cup cream 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese Freshly torn basil 1. In a large pan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil over low heat. Add your sliced onion, a pinch of salt, and a splash of water. Stir frequently, adding small splashes of water as needed to prevent burning. Cook for about 1 hour and 10 minutes, until the onions are soft, tender, and pale golden. Set aside. 2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook your pasta until al dente, drain, and rinse with cold water immediately to stop the cooking process. Set aside. 3. Add the pancetta to a cold pan, then bring the heat to medium. Cook until golden and crispy, about 7-10 minutes. Remove from the pan and leave about 1 tablespoon of the leftover fat. Let the pan cool off a bit. 4. In the same pan, over medium-low heat, add the prepared onion soubise followed by Calabrian chili paste and oregano. Sauté for 2-3 minutes. 5. Grate in the garlic and stir. Cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. 6. Make a small space in the center of your pan, add the tomato paste, and let it cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes. Then incorporate it with the onions and garlic, stirring for another 1-2 minutes. 7. Pour in the vodka, stir, and let it simmer for a few minutes until the alcohol cooks off. 8. Reduce the heat to low and pour in the cream. Stir to combine, and season with salt to taste. 9. Add the remaining tablespoon of butter, parmesan cheese, and a splash of pasta water. Stir until the sauce begins to look silky. 10. Add the freshly torn basil, pancetta (reserve some for garnish), and pasta to the sauce. Stir gently until the pasta is fully coated in the sauce. 11. Serve and top with extra parmesan cheese, extra pancetta, and fresh basil. Enjoy!
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