Sriracha Honey Pasta with Garlic Butter (Printable)

Creamy sriracha-honey garlic butter pasta with fettuccine, parmesan, and a perfect balance of sweet heat.

# What You'll 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

→ Garnish

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

# How-To Steps:

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, being careful not to brown.
03 - Stir in the sriracha sauce and honey, cooking for 30 seconds to blend the flavors together.
04 - Pour in the broth and heavy cream while stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce begins to thicken slightly.
05 - Reduce heat to low. Add the parmesan cheese and black pepper, stirring until the cheese melts completely and the sauce becomes smooth. Adjust thickness with reserved pasta water if needed.
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 flavors to meld.
07 - Serve immediately, garnishing with chopped parsley, extra parmesan cheese, and red pepper flakes if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It comes together faster than ordering takeout and tastes like youve been keeping a delicious secret.
  • The creamy sauce clings to every strand with a sticky sweetness that makes you forget youre eating something homemade.
  • You can dial the heat up or down without losing that addictive balance that keeps you coming back for one more bite.
  • Leftovers reheat beautifully and somehow taste even better the next day when the flavors have mingled overnight.
02 -
  • Dont let the garlic brown or it will turn bitter and ruin the delicate sweetness you are building; keep the heat moderate and your attention close.
  • Reserve that pasta water before you drain; its the easiest way to fix a sauce thats too thick without diluting the flavor.
  • Add the parmesan off heat or on very low heat so it melts smoothly instead of clumping into greasy strings.
  • Taste as you go and adjust the sriracha and honey balance to match your heat tolerance and sweet tooth.
03 -
  • Use freshly grated parmesan instead of the pre grated stuff; it melts smoother and tastes infinitely better.
  • If you love garlic, add an extra clove or two; this dish can handle bold flavor without falling apart.
  • Toss the pasta in the skillet instead of just pouring sauce over it; this step ensures every strand is evenly coated and the flavors really come together.
  • Finish with a tiny drizzle of honey and a few extra pepper flakes right before serving for a gorgeous final touch that makes it look restaurant worthy.
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