Gigi Hadid’s Vodka Pasta Replica

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Also known as the internet’s favorite comfort pasta, this dish is creamy, rich, and has a nice chili kick. Gigi posted it during lockdown, and it instantly took off.

A creamy tomato‑vodka sauce spiked with chili flakes—simple, elegant, and just 20 minutes.

Ingredients:

• ¼ cup olive oil

• 1 small shallot, finely chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)

• ¼ cup tomato paste

• ½ cup heavy cream

• 1 tbsp vodka (optional but recommended)

• 1 tbsp butter

• Salt & pepper to taste

• ½ lb pasta (shells or rigatoni work well)

• Fresh basil (optional)

• Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (for topping)

Tips:

• Want more heat? Add extra red pepper flakes or a drizzle of chili oil.

• Vegan? Sub the cream for coconut milk and skip the butter or use a vegan version.

Instructions:

1. Sauté aromatics:
   Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shallot and garlic and cook until soft and fragrant (2–3 minutes).

2. Build the base:
   Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2–3 minutes, until it deepens in color. Add red pepper flakes and stir.

3. Deglaze and cream:
   Pour in vodka to deglaze the pan (or skip if not using). Let it simmer for 1 minute.
   Add the heavy cream and stir until the sauce becomes smooth and orange.

4. Boil pasta:
   In a separate pot, cook pasta according to the package instructions. Reserve ¼ cup of the pasta water before draining.

5. Finish the sauce:
   Add butter to the sauce, stir until melted. Add in a splash of pasta water to loosen it slightly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

6. Combine:
   Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce. Stir until well coated. Simmer together for 1–2 minutes.

7. Top & serve:
   Plate it up, sprinkle with Parmesan, and add fresh basil if you like.