Ingredients
Olive oil. Butter can be used as substitute. Onion. Fresh garlic cloves. Chilli flakes. Red pepper flakes. Oregano. Vodka. The vodka adds a sharp brightness to the sauce but is not essential. You can use water or stock too. Canned tomatoes. Adding a tablespoon or two of tomato paste will intensify the flavor but this is optional. Fresh basil. Cream. Heavy cream or whipping cream. Salt and black pepper. Pasta, of your choice. Penne, Fusilli, Spaghetti, etc. Penne alla vodka is a classic version of this dish as the pasta shape’s ridges hold the sauce perfectly but really, any pasta shape will work. Parmesan cheese. To keep this recipe vegetarian, use a suitable alternative.
How to make vodka sauce
Can you freeze vodka sauce?
Yes, vodka sauce freezes well. Allow the sauce to cool to room temperature then transfer to freezer-safe containers and freeze for up to 3 months. Allow to thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat in a pan with a splash of water or stock. Any leftovers can be kept in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
Serving suggestions
This vodka sauce recipe is the perfect easy weeknight dinner served with al dente pasta but feel free to add shrimp or grilled chicken for an added protein boost. As a side dish, air fryer garlic bread is always a good idea.
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