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Kimchi Pasta with Chorizo Breadcrumbs

Course Main Course
Cuisine Korean
Keyword pasta
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4
Author Christine Ma

Ingredients

Chorizo breadcrumbs

  • 2 ounces chorizo cured
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs

Kimchi pasta

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 cups kimchi chopped with its juices
  • 1 tablespoon gochujang
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 lb spaghetti
  • ½ cup reserved pasta water
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • ½ cup grated parmesan
  • 4 poached eggs
  • ¼ cup scallions chopped

Instructions

  • Make the chorizo breadcrumbs. Chop the chorizo into small chunks. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a saute pan over medium heat. Add the chorizo and saute until browned, about 3-4 minutes. Add the breadcrumbs and stir to combine. Continue to cook until the breadcrumbs become golden brown. Remove from heat and drain the chorizo breadcrumbs on paper towels.
  • Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large saute pan over medium heat. Add 2 cups chopped kimchi with its juices in the pan and saute until caramelized, about 5 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon gochujang, stirring to combine. Add 1 cup coconut milk and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Heat a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain the pasta, reserving ½ cup pasta water.
  • Add the pasta to the kimchi sauce along with ½ cup pasta water, ½ cup grated parmesan, and 1 tablespoon butter. Stir to combine and season with salt and pepper.
  • Portion the pasta into 4 bowls and top with a poached egg and chopped scallions. Serve immediately.