Sriracha Honey Pasta (Print Version)

A luscious sweet and spicy pasta with creamy sriracha-honey garlic butter sauce. Bold, addictive flavors ready in just 30 minutes.

# Needed Ingredients:

→ Pasta

01 - 12 oz fettuccine or spaghetti
02 - Salt for boiling water

→ Sauce

03 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
04 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 3 tablespoons sriracha sauce
06 - 3 tablespoons honey
07 - ½ cup heavy cream
08 - ¼ cup vegetable or chicken broth
09 - ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
10 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
11 - ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional

→ Garnish

12 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
13 - Extra grated parmesan cheese

# How-To Steps:

01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ¼ cup of pasta water, then drain.
02 - While the pasta cooks, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to brown.
03 - Stir in the sriracha and honey, cooking for 30 seconds to combine thoroughly.
04 - Pour in the broth and heavy cream, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
05 - Reduce heat to low. Add the parmesan cheese and black pepper, stirring until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes smooth. Adjust thickness with reserved pasta water if needed.
06 - Add the drained pasta to the skillet, tossing well to coat all strands with the sauce. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
07 - Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley, extra parmesan, and red pepper flakes if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The sweet heat combination is wildly addictive and completely different from typical pasta sauces.
  • It comes together in under 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights when you want something exciting.
  • The creamy garlic butter base makes every bite feel luxurious without any complicated techniques.
  • You can dial the spice up or down to match your mood or who youre feeding.
02 -
  • Reserve pasta water before draining, that starchy liquid is the only thing that will thin your sauce without breaking the creaminess.
  • Don't let the garlic brown or it will turn bitter and ruin the whole base, keep the heat at medium and watch it closely.
  • Add the parmesan off the heat or on very low heat, high temperatures can make it clump instead of melting smoothly.
  • Taste before serving and adjust the sriracha or honey, everyone's heat tolerance and sweetness preference is different.
03 -
  • Use freshly grated parmesan instead of pre grated, it melts smoother and tastes infinitely better.
  • Toss the pasta in the skillet instead of plating and pouring sauce over, it coats every strand evenly.
  • If you love garlic, add an extra clove, this dish can handle bold flavors without losing balance.
  • Taste as you go and trust your instincts, the best version of this recipe is the one that matches your palate.
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