![]() ![]() It won’t be a vodka sauce, but it will still be a nice tomato sauce. If you like the sound of the sauce, but have no vodka, simply omit it. I won’t suggest a substitute here, as there really isn’t a suitable one. Vodka – and last, but not least, you’ll need a bit of vodka. If you only have the larger 28oz can, only use 1/2 of the can (or about 3 whole, canned tomatoes) and save/freeze the remainder for another time. The smaller whole canned tomatoes are quite easy to find (I love the Mutti whole canned San Marzanos, which comes in the smaller can size). I wouldn’t recommend tomato sauce, as it would be a pale substitute.Ĭanned Tomatoes – Note that the recipe calls for a smaller 14oz of canned tomatoes. You can freeze the left-over tomato paste (be sure to label it with what it is and the amount), to use the next time you make this recipe! There really isn’t a great substitute for tomato paste, as it is responsible for the rich tomato flavour and texture of this sauce. This recipe will use about 1/2 of a small tomato paste can. Tomato Paste – Use either the tube of double-contentrated tomato paste or the regular canned tomato paste. A lighter cream can be used in a pinch, but won’t be as thick and may split/curdle a bit. The recipe suggests heavy, whipping cream for this recipe, both for thickness and since it won’t split as easily in contact with the acidic tomatoes. Heavy Cream – aka whipping cream (35% b.f.). I think a tube-shaped pasta, such as rigatoni or penne works well with this sauce, but I’ve also done linguini, which is also good. Pasta – You can use any shape pasta you like or have on hand. If you can’t get your hands on some, scroll down, where I offer up a good and easy Calabrian Chili Paste substitute. ![]() Beyond adding to pasta, you can mix a bit into mayo and use it on sandwiches, for adding a bit to pizza sauce for pizza or try adding it to honey for a unique hot-honey to drizzle. The brand I have is “Crushed Calabrian Chili Pepper Paste/Spread” by TUTTOCALABRIA (pictured below in the step-by-step photos). It is available at places like Eataly, which is where my city-living sister picked it up for me :) or at Italian markets. (Watch for ridiculous pricing at some online sources. You won’t find it at your grocery store generally, but it is relatively easy to find online. And it’s ready in just about 30 minutes! Ingredients and SubstitutionsĬalabrian Chili Paste – this Italian chili paste has become quite popular lately, but it’s not always easy to find (unless you live in a larger city). You’ll love that you can use the base recipe, but easily customize it to your taste, making it as spicy or as creamy as you like – from a little, too a lot. If you aren’t familiar with Calabrian chilis, they have a unique flavour, which is a bit smokey and sweet, but with a fresh warmth.īeyond the Calabrian chilis, I think you’ll love the combination of both tomato paste and canned tomatoes makes for a more complex tomato sauce, which is still wonderfully rich in tomato flavour. Vodka sauce with calabrian chili is a fabulous twist on classic vodka sauce. How to make Spicy Vodka Pasta: Step-by-Step. ![]()
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