Pasta with Korean Sesame Sauce

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this deliciously bold and comforting Pasta with Korean Sesame Sauce. This fusion recipe combines al dente spaghetti with a luscious, umami-packed sauce made from sesame oil, soy sauce, gochujang (Korean chili paste), honey, and rice vinegar. Toasted sesame seeds and a sprinkle of green onions add a nutty aroma and fresh flair, while optional red pepper flakes bring a customizable kick of heat. Quick and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy evenings or when you're craving something unique and flavorful. Serve warm for a cozy, internationally-inspired meal that’s sure to impress! Keywords: Korean sesame pasta, gochujang pasta recipe, quick fusion recipes, spicy sesame sauce pasta, easy weeknight dinner ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 g spaghetti or pasta of choice
• 4 tbsp sesame oil
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 2 tbsp white sesame seeds
• 2 stalks green onions (thinly sliced)
• 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 L water (for boiling pasta)

Directions

Step 1

Bring 1 liter of water to a boil in a large pot and add 1 teaspoon of salt.

Step 2

Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until it is al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and drain the rest. Set aside.

Step 3

While the pasta cooks, prepare the sesame sauce. In a small bowl, combine sesame oil, soy sauce, gochujang, honey, rice vinegar, and minced garlic. Whisk until smooth and well blended.

Step 4

In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the white sesame seeds for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until golden and aromatic. Remove from heat.

Step 5

Return the drained pasta to the pot (or a large mixing bowl) and pour the sesame sauce over it. Add a few tablespoons of the reserved pasta water to help the sauce coat the pasta evenly.

Step 6

Toss the pasta until it is fully coated in the sauce. Adjust the consistency by adding more pasta water if needed.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning, adding a pinch of salt or more gochujang for heat as desired.

Step 8

Serve the pasta in bowls and garnish with toasted sesame seeds, sliced green onions, and a pinch of red pepper flakes if using.

Step 9

Enjoy your Pasta with Korean Sesame Sauce warm!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1651.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1473.3

Total Fat 71.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 23.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4971.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 184.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.1g	0%
Total Sugars 43.8g
Protein 33.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 257.0mg	0%
Iron 7.6mg	0%
Potassium 631.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.4%

Protein: 8.7%

Carbs: 48.9%