EnglishespañolMake Gigi Hadid’s Spicy Vodka Pasta Recipe Tonight
A creamy, spicy vodka pasta inspired by Gigi Hadid—comforting, flavorful, and fast with that pressure cooker magic.
Equipment
- 1 Skillet Large
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- ¼ cup olive oil to start the flavor base
- 1 small shallot finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup tomato paste
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes for heat
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon vodka
- 225 g pasta like rigatoni
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Fresh basil optional for topping
Instructions
Instructions
- Boil salted water and cook pasta until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
- Heat olive oil in skillet over medium heat. Sauté shallots and garlic for 2–3 minutes until soft and fragrant.
- Add tomato paste and cook until slightly caramelized and darker in color, about 2 minutes.
- Stir in red pepper flakes and vodka. Let alcohol cook off for 1 minute.
- Pour in heavy cream. Stir until sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Add cooked pasta and a splash of pasta water. Stir until fully coated.
- Mix in butter and Parmesan cheese. Stir until melted and sauce is rich and silky.
- Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil if desired.
Notes
Reserve pasta water to help bring the sauce to the right creamy consistency. Store sauce and pasta separately for optimal reheating later.