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Carbone-Style Spicy Vodka Sauce with Burrata
Instructions
1
Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain.
2
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1–2 minutes.
3
Stir in tomato paste and cook for 2–3 minutes to deepen the flavor.
4
Add Arrabiata sauce and stir to combine.
5
Pour in vodka, stir well, and let it simmer for 2–3 minutes to allow the alcohol to cook off.
6
Add heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Cook for 7–10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7
Season with chili flakes, salt, and black pepper.
8
Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and the sauce is smooth.
9
Toss in cooked pasta and a splash of reserved pasta water. Stir until fully coated and creamy.
10
Plate the pasta and top with a ball of burrata. Serve immediately.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Bloom Your Tomato Paste First 🍅Toast the tomato paste in butter for 1-2 minutes before adding other ingredients to deepen its umami flavor and eliminate any metallic taste from the can.
- Temper with Pasta Water, Not Cream 💧Use reserved starchy pasta water to adjust sauce consistency instead of adding more cream—it naturally emulsifies and prevents the sauce from becoming overly heavy while enhancing creaminess.
- Strategic Vodka Timing ⏱️Add vodka after the tomato paste and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to allow the alcohol to cook off, concentrating its flavor without any harsh alcohol bite in the final dish.
- Chill Your Burrata Until Service 🧊Keep burrata in the coldest part of your refrigerator until the last moment before plating—this creates a beautiful contrast with the hot sauce and prevents the creamy center from melting too quickly.
- Toast Chili Flakes in Butter 🌶️Infuse your red chili flakes in warm butter for 30 seconds before incorporating into the sauce to unlock their full spicy potential and distribute heat evenly throughout the dish.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Low Sugar
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