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A golden-brown gochujang mac and cheese baked in a brown ceramic dish, topped with broiled melted cheese and sprinkled with finely chopped herbs for garnish.
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Gochujang Mac and Cheese

Gochujang Mac and Cheese puts a bold, spicy twist on the classic comfort dish by blending creamy cheddar and mozzarella with Korean chili paste for an incredible taste!
Watch me make Gochujang Mac and Cheese
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Noodles, Pasta Recipe
Cuisine: American, Asian, Fusion, Korean
Keyword: 30 Minute Dinner, Asian Dinners, Creamy Gochujang, Creamy Gochujang Pasta, Creamy Gochujang Sauce, Creamy Spicy Pasta, Creamy Spicy Sauce, Easy Dinner, Easy Weeknight Dinner, Fusion Mac Recipe, Gochujang Mac and Cheese, Savory Cheese Sauce, Spicy Cheese Sauce, Stretchy Melted Cheese, Weeknight Dinner
Servings: 1 serving

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 6 oz macaroni pasta
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp flour
  • 1 tbsp gochujang
  • 1 cup milk plus extra if needed
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional Garnish: parsley

Instructions

  • Boil the pasta 2 minutes before al dente.
  • In a pan over medium heat, melt the butter and whisk in the flour to create a roux.
  • Stir in the gochujang and cook for 1 minute.
  • Gradually add milk, stirring constantly until smooth.
  • Add the cheddar and mozzarella. Stir until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Add the cooked pasta and mix until combined. If the sauce is too thick, add more milk.
  • Transfer to an oven-safe dish, top with more cheese, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Garnish with parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 850kcal | Carbohydrates: 70g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 50g