Sriracha Honey Pasta (Printable)

Sweet and spicy fettuccine in creamy sriracha-honey garlic butter sauce. Bold fusion flavors ready in 30 minutes.

# What You Need:

→ 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 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
08 - 1/4 cup vegetable or chicken broth
09 - 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
10 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
11 - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional for extra heat

→ Garnish

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

# How To Make It:

01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
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, but not browned.
03 - Stir in the sriracha and honey, cooking for 30 seconds to combine and activate the flavors.
04 - Pour in the broth and heavy cream, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
05 - Reduce heat to low. Add the parmesan cheese and black pepper, stirring until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes smooth. If needed, adjust thickness with reserved pasta water.
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 Tips:

01 -
  • It delivers restaurant quality flavor in under 30 minutes with ingredients you probably already have.
  • The balance of sweet honey and bold sriracha creates an addictive sauce that coats every bite perfectly.
  • Its endlessly adaptable, welcoming shrimp, chicken, or extra veggies without losing its charm.
  • The creamy garlic butter base makes it indulgent enough for date night but easy enough for a weeknight.
02 -
  • Always reserve pasta water before draining, its starchy magic helps the sauce cling and prevents it from breaking.
  • Do not let the garlic brown or it will turn bitter and ruin the sweet, mellow vibe of the sauce.
  • Taste the sauce before tossing the pasta, adjusting the sriracha or honey to match your heat tolerance and sweetness preference.
  • Use freshly grated parmesan instead of pre shredded, it melts smoother and tastes infinitely better.
03 -
  • Cook the pasta one minute less than the package says, it will finish cooking in the sauce and soak up more flavor.
  • If you love heat, double the sriracha and add a pinch of cayenne for an extra kick that lingers.
  • Grate your own parmesan just before using, the pre shredded stuff has anti caking agents that prevent it from melting smoothly.
  • Taste as you go, adjusting the honey and sriracha until the balance feels just right for your palate.
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