If you’re a fan of Italian food, you’ve likely come across vodka sauce at some point. This sauce is a staple of Italian American cuisine and is known for its rich and creamy flavor and signature red-pink or rust-colored hue. But what exactly is vodka sauce, and how is it made?
Vodka sauce is a creamy tomato sauce that is flavored with vodka, typically served with pasta. The sauce has a smooth and velvety texture that coats pasta evenly, but it’s also delicious served with more neutral flavored proteins like chicken and shrimp, which absorb all the goodness of the sauce to let the flavors really shine.
Sometimes described as a cross between an alfredo and a marinara, this sauce has bright, bold flavors that add a richness to whatever it’s served with.
In this article, learn more about this popular sauce, including what ingredients it uses, popular dishes that use vodka sauce, and techniques to make it for yourself at home.
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