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    March 16, 2021

    Gigi Hadid’s Viral Pasta Recipe (without the vodka)

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    Gigi Hadid’s Viral Pasta Recipe (without the vodka) is still as lit as it was when it first went viral during quarantine days! This is the famous pasta dish made by the supermodel Gigi Hadid that went viral on social media, and it deserves all the hype! I prepared it without the vodka since we do not drink and it wouldn’t make sense since my kids would get tipsy LOL!

    You could opt to make this Gigi Hadid Spicy Vodka Pasta recipe with the vodka as it is originally made. Either way, you’re going to be over-the-moon happy with how creamy, and full of flavor this pasta recipe is!


    Gigi Hadid’s Viral Pasta Recipe (without the vodka)

    Gigi hadid viral pasta that was popular on tik tok with a creamy tomato sauce and parmesan cheese sprinkled with fresh basil
    Here is the original Gigi Hadid’s Viral Pasta Recipe (without the vodka) version made with penne pasta.

    This is the same recipe that Gigi Hadid used in her spicy vodka pasta recipe, which went viral on her Instagram story in 2020!

    In her recipe, Gigi left the vodka out, but included instructions on where to add it.


    Gigi Hadid Pasta Recipe

    We take breaks from having meat on some days during the week. So, I whipped this dish up for dinner today using just a few ingredients I had on hand and OMG it is truly satisfying and screams flavor!

    This recipe’s spicy pasta sauce takes this pasta dish to a whole new level. It’s a decadent, creamy sauce made with olive oil, tomato paste, heavy cream, and parmesan cheese.


    Why You’ll Love this Pasta Recipe

    • It’s quick and simple to prepare, and it’ll be on your table in 25 minutes.
    • It’s a delicious vegetarian pasta recipe, and it might just become your new favorite pasta dish!
    • This spicy vodka pasta recipe is a crowd-pleaser that can easily be made family-friendly.
    • It uses simple ingredients that almost everyone has in their pantry!
    • You can easily customize it to your preferences!

    Gigi Hadid Viral Spicy Vodka Pasta Recipe

    Gigi Hadid's Spicy Vodka pasta that went viral during covid; penne pasta in a creamy tomato sauce with parmesan
    A family-friendly dish!

    It makes me so happy when I can make a dish that is quick and simple to prepare that satisfies the entire family! Myself included of course!


    Why all the Hype?

    Well, that’s easy lol. It’s a great recipe shared by a wonderfully popular celebrity! Gigi herself has a loveable personality and stands for a lot more than just influential celebrity. But it’s also a popular dish, Spicy Pasta Alla Vodka (Spicy Vodka Pasta Sauce), and it’s packed with wonderful flavors.


    The hearty and popular viral Gigi Hadid Alla Vodka Pasta recipe with extra spice, topped with parmesan and fresh basil
    Sprinkle that parmesan and fresh basil with generosity!

    It took off at a time when everyone was quarantined and in lockdowns. So, we were all looking for some food inspo. We were all also looking to fill our time with something, pretty much anything lol. A lot of celebrities shared some intimate and interesting things with us during lockdown. This is one of those things that really took off. It’s easy to make and the whole family will love it.


    Gigi Hadid’s Viral Spicy Pasta

    So, it’s easy to see how Gigi Hadid’s Pasta Recipe became an instant hit with so many! Try it and you definitely won’t regret it. It’s an easy-to-make dish, it’s pasta (obvious but significant), and perfect for the young and old eaters in your home!


    add some extra parmesan and basil to your bowl of Gigi Hadid's Viral Alla Vodka Pasta
    I tried it with spaghetti noodles and it was just as delicious!

    Gigi Hadid Pasta Ingredients

    For Gigi Hadid’s Spicy Vodka Pasta Recipe, you’ll need the following ingredients:

    Pasta: Gigi used pasta shells. You could also use bowtie pasta or penne pasta. If you use penne, this becomes a Penne alla Vodka recipe. I prefer white pasta, but whole wheat pasta is also an option.

    Oil: Extra virgin olive oil is the way to go for this recipe. It’s the perfect oil to sauté the flavorful ingredients in.

    Aromatics: Onions combined with the nutty flavor of the garlic add a kick to the dish. You can use shallots if you like.

    Tomato Paste: Tomato paste is an excellent tomato base for this pasta sauce. When you use tomato paste, you get all the flavor without diluting the sauce with too much liquid.

    Heavy cream: The perfect creamy base for this sauce is heavy cream (also known as whipping cream). You can also use half-and half.

    Parmesan Cheese: Parmesan cheese adds a salty and umami flavor profile to the sauce, giving it a lot of depth.

    Butter: Adding some butter makes this pasta dish richer.

    Basil Leaves: Basil leaves boost the flavor of the dish.

    Refer to the recipe card for quantities.


    Frequently Asked Questions

    Are there any vodka substitutes in cooking?

    There sure are! Just to name a few: white grape juice or apple juice mixed with a bit of lime juice, balsamic vinegar, or simply lemon and lime juice mixed with a bit of water.

    What pasta does Gigi Hadid use?

    Any pasta works! The pasta GiGi Hadid used are the shell pasta . Rorecchiette, spaghetti, bow ties, penne, rotini…they all work great!

    Why do they call it Gigi Hadid pasta?

    Actually this recipe is known as Spicy Vodka Pasta and it originated in Italy.  It is delicious pasta covered in velvety creamy tomato sauce with onions, garlic and mix in parmesan cheese. Gigi Hadid’s Pasta recipe is nothing new but since she made it and it went viral, it became known as GiGi Hadid Pasta!

    How long does it take to make Gigi Hadid’s pasta?

    Most of the ingredients are usually on hand and shallots can be substituted for red or white onions for convenience. It is super easy to make, delicious, and only takes 20 minutes!

    How long does spicy pasta alla vodka last in the fridge?

    Store leftover pasta in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.


    Saute the Onion

    start by sauteing onions to make the gigi hadid viral pasta recipe

    After boiling pasta, save some water for the sauce!

    Save some pasta water for the sauce

    Add the butter, heavy cream, tomato paste, and pasta water

    Add pasta water to sauce to help thicken it for gigi hadid alla vodka pasta recipe

    Add Parmesan

    add parmesan to the sauce for great flavor and added thickness

    Throw in the pasta once sauce is ready

    Mix the sauce with the pasta to make gigi hadid's viral pasta recipe

    Mix Pasta into Sauce and Add Parmesan and Garnish before serving

    garnish the gigi hadid viral pasta with more parmesan and fresh basil

    Top Tips

    • This pasta can be made using any type of pasta even though Gigi’s original recipe used shell pasta.
    • This recipe is without vodka or any kind of substitute but you can opt to use a substitute for the vodka or make as is.
    • You can use a white onion or red onion like Gigi did, or like the original recipe calls for: shallots.
    • Adapt garnish as you wish; she used basil but you can use parsley or spinach
    • You may also like to add some protein to the dish like ground meat, cubed or shredded chicken, or even some seared shrimp.
    • For some heat, add some crushed red pepper flakes.
    • A special note: Don’t forget to reserve about a cup of your pasta cooking liquid for this dish. Add a little more pasta water if the sauce seems too thick after adding the pasta. This is why, even if the recipe only calls for ½ cup, I always keep at least one cup of the pasta water on hand.

    Pin the Viral Pasta Recipe and Share!

    serve gigi hadid viral pasta in a bowl and share with friends and family

    Ingredients for Gigi Hadid’s Pasta Recipe (without the vodka)


    • penne pasta or spaghetti noodles: Gigi used shell pasta. You could also use bowtie pasta or penne pasta. If you use penne, this becomes a Penne alla Vodka recipe. I prefer white pasta, but whole wheat pasta is also an option.
    • olive oil
    • onion 
    • garlic cloves 
    • tomato paste
    • heavy cream or half and half
    • crushed red pepper
    • pasta water
    • butter
    • parmesan cheese
    • salt and pepper to taste
    • basil for garnish

    Steps to Prepare Gigi Hadid’s Viral Pasta Recipe

    • First, cook pasta according to the package instructions. Save ½ cup of pasta water before draining. The starchy pasta water will make the sauce saucier.  Set aside!
    • Next, in a large saucepan on medium heat add the olive oil and cubed onions. Sauté’ the onions for a few minutes until translucent then add in the minced garlic and sauté’ for another 1-2 minutes.
    • Then, add in ½ cup tomato paste, heavy cream, butter, pasta water, (some add vodka), crushed red pepper (optional) parmesan cheese, salt and pepper and mix until combined.
    • Finally, add in your cooked pasta and mix in with the sauce. Garnish with fresh basil and enjoy!

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    Gigi Hadid's Viral Pasta Recipe (without the vodka)2

    Gigi Hadid’s Viral Pasta Recipe (without the vodka)

    Lama
    This is the famous pasta dish made by GiGi Hadid that went viral! I prepared it without the vodka and it is absolutely delicious! A quick meal that is sure to hit the spot!
    5 from 28 votes
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    Prep Time 4 mins
    Cook Time 8 mins
    Total Time 12 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Italian
    Servings 6 servings
    Calories 640 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 lb penne pasta or spaghetti noodles
    • ½ cup olive oil
    • 1 onion cubed
    • 3-4 garlic cloves minced
    • ½ cup tomato paste
    • 1 cup heavy cream or half and half
    • 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper
    • ½ cup pasta water
    • 2 tablespoons butter
    • ½ cup parmesan cheese
    • salt and pepper to taste
    • basil for garnish

    Instructions
     

    • Boil your pasta according to the package instructions. Save ½ cup of the pasta water before draining. The starchy pasta water will make the sauce saucier.  Set aside!
    • In a large skillet on medium high heat add the olive oil and cubed onions. Saute' the onions for a few minutes until translucent then add in the minced garlic and saute' for another 1-2 minutes.
    • Add in the tomato paste, heavy cream, butter, pasta water, (some add vodka), crushed red pepper (optional) parmesan cheese, salt and pepper and mix until combined.
    • Add in your drained pasta and mix in with the sauce. Garnish with fresh basil and enjoy!

    Video

    Notes

    TIPS
    • Gigi Hadid pasta can be made using any type of pasta even though Gigi’s original recipe used shell pasta.
    Are you out of tomato paste? If you don’t have tomato paste, substitute a can of chopped tomatoes.
    Reheating: When reheating, add a splash of milk, heavy cream, or pasta water to loosen the sauce and keep it from burning.
    Don’t forget to reserve a cup of pasta water for this dish. Add a little more pasta water if the sauce seems too thick after adding the pasta. This is why, even if the recipe only calls for ½ cup, I always keep at least one cup on hand.
    Gigi Hadid Pasta can be made using any type of pasta even though Gigi’s original recipe used shell pasta
     
    • Adapt garnish as you wish; she used basil but you can use parsley or spinach.
    • You may also like to add some protein to the dish like ground meat, cubed or shredded chicken, or even some seared shrimp.
     
     
     
     
     
     

    Nutrition

    Calories: 640kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 15gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 51mgSodium: 340mgPotassium: 488mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 1188IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 164mgIron: 2mg
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    1. Patrice says

      July 05, 2021 at 2:09 pm

      5 stars
      Gigi hadid pasta was soooo good. I have made this twice already this week 🙌🏻

      Reply
    2. Gia says

      July 14, 2021 at 9:12 pm

      Great alternative I’m prepping everything to make it now, but I feel the need to let you know that when preparing traditional vodka sauce the alcohol content is burned/cooked off leaving only the flavor. Your children would be perfectly safe!

      Reply
      • Lama says

        July 17, 2021 at 2:02 pm

        Thank you so much Gia for letting me know. This is useful information for myself and others that visit this blog post.

        Reply
    3. Laya says

      August 14, 2021 at 3:52 pm

      5 stars
      Made this for lunch today and it exceeded my expectations – so much flavor! This Gigi Hadid Viral Pasta Recipe would also be a perfect side dish to compliment any main course.Thank you for sharing these delicious recipes, Lama!

      Reply
      • Lama says

        August 16, 2021 at 2:23 pm

        Hey!! my pleasure 🙂 Happy you enjoyed this popular recipe!

        Reply
      • Lintang says

        September 13, 2021 at 8:30 am

        Thank you so much for the recipe!
        I misread ​and used 2tbs of chilli flakes instead of 2tsp lol. It wasn’t that spicy for me who loves spicy food, so all good!
        I also added mushrooms. Yums.

        One question though, is the dish supposed to be really oily? Or is it because I used coconut oil instead of olive oil…

        Reply
        • Lama says

          September 13, 2021 at 2:08 pm

          LOL oh no! I wouldn’t mind all that spice either 🙂 coconut oil contains the higher levels of saturated fats compared to olive oil so that is why plus the added butter and cheese add more fat. Next time if you want to use coconut oil, try adding less (maybe by half the amount) so that it is not as oily!

          Reply
    4. Eva says

      September 14, 2021 at 11:58 pm

      5 stars
      This was literally the best pasta I have ever had and can’t stop eating it!

      Reply
      • Lama says

        September 16, 2021 at 2:20 pm

        It is so addicting! Glad you enjoyed the GIGI Hadid pasta as much as I did!

        Reply
    5. Joy says

      September 21, 2021 at 1:28 pm

      5 stars
      I LOVE THIS!! so quick to make and absolutely delicious. thank you 🙂

      Reply
      • Lama says

        September 21, 2021 at 2:31 pm

        So happy you enjoyed this recipe as much as me and my family do! We make it like twice a month! Thank you for stopping by and leaving a review!

        -Lama

        Reply
    6. Dorothy T says

      September 24, 2021 at 4:39 am

      5 stars
      WOW! This was spot on delicious. My new favorite pasta dish. Perfect video tutorial Thanks so much.

      Reply
      • Lama says

        September 26, 2021 at 4:10 pm

        Really glad you think so! Thank you so much for your feedback Dorothy!

        Reply
    7. Casie says

      September 27, 2021 at 8:56 pm

      Hi there,
      When you say (some add Vodka) in the instructions, is that in addition to the pasta water or in place of?

      Reply
      • Lama says

        September 28, 2021 at 1:39 pm

        Hi! That is in addition to the pasta water since it would only be a tablespoon of vodka if you decide to add it in. Add it in with the pasta water, butter, whipping cream ect 🙂 Let me know if you have any other questions!

        Reply
    8. Brenda says

      October 15, 2021 at 6:02 pm

      5 stars
      Thank you for the video. I’m a visual learner and this helps so much. So tasty

      Reply
      • Lama says

        October 27, 2021 at 7:58 pm

        Really happy to hear that that the video served it’s purpose! 🙂

        Reply
    9. Mila says

      October 22, 2021 at 8:44 pm

      5 stars
      Wow! This pasta is amazing! My kids enjoyed it and so did my husband. Will be making this again. Thanks 😍

      Reply
      • Lama says

        October 27, 2021 at 7:54 pm

        This makes me so happy! 🙂

        Reply
    10. Marshal says

      October 28, 2021 at 1:14 pm

      When cooking with alcohol, the alcohol gets neutralized by the heat so it leaves flavor not the drunk effect. Its fine to no wanna cook with it, i dont feel like it but just know its not going to harm anyone

      Reply
      • Lama says

        October 28, 2021 at 4:25 pm

        Hello there! Yes 🙂 I am aware that the alcohol goes through a chemical change. Thank you so much for that info since some don’t know this.

        Reply
    11. Ceylan says

      November 04, 2021 at 8:01 pm

      5 stars
      Just made this today for a work potluck and WOW! My new favorite go to pasta recipe. I doubled it without any issues. So quick and easy and I made grilled chicken to put on top. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Lama says

        November 04, 2021 at 8:30 pm

        Hi Ceylan! Happy to hear that you enjoyed this recipe as much as I do! I also make this often for my family with the addition of chicken or shrimp 😋 Thank you for the review!!

        Reply
    12. Becky says

      November 12, 2021 at 3:56 am

      5 stars
      This was so delicious! Made a big mess but maybe that’s just my chaotic cooking style hahah… will definitely be adding to my rotation! 🙂

      Reply
      • Lama says

        November 12, 2021 at 2:43 pm

        Hey Becky! Haha messy food is the best isn’t it lol. Glad you liked this as much as I do. GiGi Hadid pasta is also delicious when paired with chicken or shrimp 😋😋 Thank you for stopping by and sharing your feedback!!

        Reply
    13. Elsa says

      December 24, 2021 at 8:13 pm

      5 stars
      It was a bomb! You must try to do this!

      Reply
      • Lama says

        December 25, 2021 at 11:54 pm

        Tell em! haha – Agreed!

        Reply
    14. Grazia says

      January 11, 2022 at 9:38 am

      5 stars
      ✨ ✨

      Reply
    15. Amy says

      January 21, 2022 at 5:26 pm

      5 stars
      Thoughts on adding ground Italian sausage?
      My daughter is going to try this recipe & she’s wanting to try it with sausage. 🙂

      Reply
      • Lama says

        January 21, 2022 at 5:44 pm

        Hi Amy, the addition of proteins is highly encouraged with this pasta! Yes, Go for it!

        Reply
    16. RashaFarid says

      April 18, 2022 at 2:23 am

      Do you actually believe that anyone can get tipsy on vodka sauce? The alcohol evaporates with cooking.

      Reply
      • Lama says

        April 18, 2022 at 6:46 pm

        Ofcourse not, totally being sarcastic.

        Reply
    17. Fey says

      April 20, 2022 at 4:06 am

      5 stars
      This was phenomenal! Thanks so much for the details.

      Reply
    18. Fey says

      April 20, 2022 at 4:07 am

      5 stars
      This was phenomenal! Thanks so much for the details.

      Reply
      • Lama says

        April 21, 2022 at 2:41 am

        My pleasure! 😉

        Reply
    19. Tj says

      April 23, 2022 at 5:53 am

      5 stars
      Wow this was so good! Thank you for this straight forward recipe and video. This will be a regular for us

      Reply
      • Lama says

        April 23, 2022 at 6:23 am

        Awesome!! Glad you enjoyed gigi pasta recipe!

        Reply
    20. Stef says

      April 23, 2022 at 5:53 am

      5 stars
      Really delicious. I added seared shrimp. Gigi pasta is good! I needed a recipe without vodka. It was perfect

      Reply
      • Lama says

        April 24, 2022 at 5:29 pm

        Great idea with adding protein to the gigi pasta! So good!

        Reply
    21. Samira Dade says

      April 23, 2022 at 5:54 am

      5 stars
      Delicious! Thank you

      Reply
      • Lama says

        April 24, 2022 at 5:28 pm

        So welcome!

        Reply
    22. Sam says

      April 27, 2022 at 2:36 am

      5 stars
      Wow this looks really delicious

      Reply
      • Lama says

        April 27, 2022 at 3:31 am

        Definitely worth a try! 🙂

        Reply
    23. Ibtissam says

      April 27, 2022 at 2:37 am

      5 stars
      I made this tonight! It was really good thank you!

      Reply
      • Lama says

        April 27, 2022 at 3:30 am

        Wonderful!

        Reply
    24. Brenda C says

      April 27, 2022 at 2:41 am

      5 stars
      I don’t usually leave reviews but this was so easy to make. My kids want this again tomorrow 😁 I’m happy with that! Going to add some chicken tomorrow.

      Reply
      • Lama says

        April 27, 2022 at 3:32 am

        Well thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed it

        Reply
    25. Abbi says

      May 18, 2022 at 10:55 pm

      5 stars
      I’ve never had this dish before. Recipe was simple, and the flavor is amazing!

      Reply
    26. Ellen says

      July 22, 2022 at 9:39 pm

      5 stars
      This was soooo yummy! It will definitely be part of our rotation

      Reply
    27. Rosalia Q. Figueroa says

      October 20, 2022 at 1:06 pm

      5 stars
      I tried this recipe, and it was really good, but I have questions I want to ask; how can I reach you?
       

      Reply
      • Lama says

        October 20, 2022 at 6:22 pm

        Hi, glad you enjoyed it! you can reach me here or email at [email protected]

        Reply
    28. Liza Ahmed says

      January 08, 2023 at 1:49 am

      5 stars
      Needed a recipe without alcohol since I’m Muslim. This was so lovely!

      Reply
      • Lama says

        January 09, 2023 at 4:17 am

        Hi Liza! So glad you enjoyed this meal!! -Lama

        Reply

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