Creamy Pasta with Halloumi, Bacon, and Gochujang Paste
30 min · 4 servings · 734 kcal/serving
Creamy Pasta with Halloumi, Bacon, and Gochujang Paste – at a glance
Creamy Pasta with Halloumi, Bacon, and Gochujang Paste is a high-protein Fitaily recipe for 4 servings (lunch). You can make it in about 30 minutes. One serving has about 734 kcal, 28.5 g protein, 59.1 g carbs, 42.4 g fat.
A unique combination of Korean gochujang paste, salty halloumi cheese, and crispy bacon in a creamy sauce. A quick and filling dish that’s perfect for lunch.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 734 kcal |
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| Protein | 28.5 g |
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| Carbs | 59.1 g |
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| Fat | 42.4 g |
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We calculate macros from the ingredients and the Fitaily product database. These are estimates — manufacturer labels and serving sizes may differ. This is not individual dietary advice.
Which diet is this recipe for?
Fitaily tags: high-protein. Meal: lunch. Tags come from the recipe author, not from a lab.
Storage and reheating
General tip: chill servings within 2 hours and keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 2–3 days. Reheat until steaming hot. Nutrition values refer to a freshly prepared serving.
Ingredients
- 300 g dried pasta
- 150 g smoked bacon
- 200 g halloumi cheese
- 3 łyżeczka garlic paste
- 2 łyżeczka ginger paste
- 1 łyżka gochujang paste
- 300 ml chicken broth
- 150 ml 30% cream
- 1 szt salt and pepper
- 1 szt fresh parsley
Preparation
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package directions. Before draining, set aside a cup of the pasta cooking water.
- Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the bacon for 2–3 minutes, until it turns golden brown.
- Add the sliced halloumi and cook for 1–2 minutes, until the edges become crispy.
- Add the garlic, ginger, and gochujang paste. Sauté for about 30 seconds, until the aromas are released.
- Pour in the hot broth and cook over high heat for 3–4 minutes, allowing some of the liquid to evaporate.
- Reduce the heat, pour in the cream, and cook for 1–2 minutes, until the sauce becomes thick and glossy.
- Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and stir to coat it thoroughly. If the sauce is too thick, add a little of the pasta cooking water.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and finish by sprinkling with fresh parsley.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories and protein are in one serving of Creamy Pasta with Halloumi, Bacon, and Gochujang Paste?
One serving has about 734 kcal, 28.5 g protein, 59.1 g carbs, 42.4 g fat. The calculation comes from the Fitaily ingredient database and is approximate.
Is Creamy Pasta with Halloumi, Bacon, and Gochujang Paste good for meal prep?
General tip: chill servings within 2 hours and keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 2–3 days. Reheat until steaming hot. Nutrition values refer to a freshly prepared serving.