Your summer dinner party trick is absolutely on point—here’s why this One-Pot Creamy Corn Pasta hits all the right notes:
๐ Key Features & Why They Work
1. Corn & Little Tomatoes
These two summer staples deliver natural sweetness, bright flavor, and color straight into the skillet. Cherry and sungold tomatoes add concentrated taste and a lovely golden-orange hue
2. Spaghetti + Water Simmer
Cooking the pasta right in the skillet with water lets it absorb corn and tomato essence and releases starch, instantly building a silky, clingy sauce in about 8–14 minutes .
3. Coconut Cream
About ⅔ cup of coconut cream is stirred in post‑cook. It adds natural sweetness and creaminess—bringing out the corn flavor without any heaviness. You could swap in heavy cream, but coconut keeps it light and lactose-conscious .
4. Parmesan Cheese
Around 4½ oz of finely grated Parmesan melts in with the cream, enriching the sauce with salty, umami depth—without fuss
5. Chili Crisp
Just 2–3 Tbsp adds aromatic umami and a whisper of heat—deepening flavor without overpowering spiciness .
6. Fish Sauce
A splash (2 Tbsp) enhances savoriness silently—no fishy taste, only added depth
7. Fresh Herbs Garnish
Finishing with about ⅔ cup of fresh basil or shiso gives a fresh, herbal lift to the creamy, rich pasta
๐ Why It's a Dinner Party Winner
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Effortless elegance: One skillet, a few well-chosen ingredients, and 30 minutes of cooking time.
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Layered flavors: Sweet corn, umami boosters (fish sauce, chili crisp, Parmesan), and fresh herbs combine seamlessly.
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Impressive & accessible: Unique enough to wow guests, yet simple for you to prep quickly.
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Dietary flexibility: Easily adapted—swap dairy, make vegetarian/vegan, or add proteins like shrimp or bacon.
✅ Quick Summary Table
| Ingredient | Role | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Corn + Tomatoes | Natural sweetness, color, brightness | ~1¾ cups corn & 3 cups tomatoes |
| Spaghetti + Water | Forms sauce base via starch | 12 oz spaghetti + 4½ cups water |
| Coconut Cream | Creaminess, sweet depth | ⅔ cup |
| Parmesan Cheese | Umami, body, saltiness | ~4½ oz |
| Chili Crisp | Aromatic umami, mild heat | 2–3 Tbsp |
| Fish Sauce | Savory depth | 2 Tbsp |
| Fresh Herbs | Fresh finish | ~⅔ cup |

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