Ingredients and Weight:
- Tortellini: 500g (17.6oz)
- Gochujang (Korean Red Pepper Sauce): 60g (2.1oz)
- Heavy Cream: 250ml (8.5fl oz)
- Butter: 50g (1.8oz)
- Chicken Breast: 200g (7.1oz) (cubed)
- Baby Spinach: 100g (3.5oz)
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Black Pepper: 1/4 teaspoon (or as desired)
- Water: 2 cups (500ml) for boiling
Preparation Time:
2 hours (includes prep and cooking time)
Cooking Time:
45 minutes to 1 hour
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Cube the chicken breast and season with salt and pepper. Boil in water until cooked through. Remove and let cool.
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil and cook the tortellini according to package instructions. Once cooked, strain and set aside.
- In a separate pan, melt the butter and add the gochujang. Stir to combine.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add the cooked chicken and baby spinach to the sauce and stir until the spinach is wilted.
- Combine the tortellini with the sauce and serve immediately.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
Calories: 450kcal, Protein: 20g, Fat: 30g, Carbohydrates: 35g
Dish Characteristics:
- Creamy and rich from the combination of gochujang and heavy cream.
- Spicy and flavorful due to the gochujang, with a slight heat from the pepper sauce.
- Tortellini provides a unique pasta experience that pairs well with the Korean flavors.
User Comments:
- "The combination of gochujang and cream was unexpected but absolutely delicious!" - John Doe
- "This dish had a great balance of flavors - spicy, creamy, and hearty." - Jane Smith
- "I love how easy this dish was to make, yet it was so impressive for a home-cooked meal." - Michael Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use fresh ingredients for best results.
- Gochujang can vary in spiciness; adjust according to your preferred heat level.
- If you can't find gochujang at your local supermarket, you can order it online or substitute with another spicy sauce like Sriracha.
