Viral Gigi Hadid Pasta Recipe (Spicy Pasta Recipe)

Photo byasma shaikh

When I saw this spicy pasta was trending, you know I had to give you the recipe. So here it is – my take on the viral Gigi Hadid pasta.

I'm a big fan of preparing pasta, and this particular recipe is a favorite because it's quick, only needs one pan, and takes less than 30 minutes to cook. It's also packed with just the right amount of spice, which has become incredibly popular for a solid reason. So, here's my version of the famous pasta that has taken the internet by storm, inspired by Gigi Hadid.

❤️ Why You’ll Love Gigi Hadid Pasta

• Fast: Prepare a homemade pasta meal that's a hit in just 30 minutes. This is an excellent pasta recipe for those hectic evenings after school when you're aiming to serve a meal for your family.
• Adaptable: Customize this pasta recipe to your liking by adding your preferred meat, reducing the spice level, or replacing heavy cream. The Gigi Hadid Pasta Recipe is simple to adjust for any meal setting.
• Cozy: Nothing feels more comforting than enjoying a tasty bowl of pasta. This pasta is incredibly flavorful, combining spice, creaminess, and is ideal for chilly weather.

🍲 Ingredients

• 2 tbsp butter vegan or regular oil
• Pasta of your choice
• 1 chopped onion
• 1 cloves garlic minced
• 1/4 cup tomato paste
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp chili flakes
• salt and pepper
• 225 g rigatoni measure dry
• 1 tbsp paprika
• Pasta water (water from the pasta you boiled)
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese More for garnish
• Fresh basil For garnish

Photo byasma shaikh

👩‍🍳 How to Make Gigi Hadid’s Pasta

• Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining. While pasta is cooking chop some onions.
• In a large saucepan, heat the butter, garlic, and onion over medium heat. Cook until softened, 3-5 minutes.
• Add tomato paste, and cook until the sauce is darker and a bit caramelized, 2-3 minutes.
• Add all your spices now
• Then add heavy cream and 1 tsp sugar, Keep stirring until combined, and season to taste with salt and pepper.
• If the pasta is not done cooking yet, remove the sauce from the heat.
• When the pasta is done cooking, add 1/2 cup reserved pasta water and add 1 tbsp butter. Stir over medium heat until butter is melted and sauce is smooth and creamy – add another ¼ cup pasta water if needed.
• Add strained pasta and ¼ cup parmesan cheese and stir. Remove from heat and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
• Garnish with fresh basil and more parmesan cheese if desired.