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Spicy Harissa Pasta

Creamy Spicy Harissa Pasta That's Vegan and Totally Irresistible

Experience the bold flavors of Spicy Harissa Pasta, a creamy vegan dish that's quick and delicious.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 16 ounces pasta use gluten-free or vegan pasta if desired
For the Sauce
  • ½ cup harissa select a quality brand
  • ½ cup coconut cream or heavy cream if not vegan
  • ½ cup pasta water reserved from cooking
  • 1 tablespoon sugar to balance spiciness
  • ½ teaspoon salt to enhance flavor
For Garnishing
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped for freshness
  • ¼ cup pistachios shelled and coarsely crushed

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Blender
  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package directions, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve ½ cup of cooking water, then drain the pasta.
  2. In a blender, combine harissa, coconut cream, reserved pasta water, sugar, and salt. Blend on high for about 30 seconds until smooth.
  3. Heat the blended sauce in a large skillet over medium-low heat for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and stir to combine, letting it simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley and crushed pistachios before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently, adding reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.

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