10 types of Pasta dishes from around the world

When it comes to comforting global dishes, pasta is always celebrated as a filling dish, known for its versatility, simplicity, and ability. Originating in Italy, pasta comes in a wide variety of shapes and sizes and with its growing popularity, this dish is now celebrated in many parts of the world. Here we have curated a list of Pasta dishes from around the world that are worth a try.

It is a Roman classic dish which is made with eggs, Pecorino Romano cheese, guanciale (cured pork), and black pepper. The most unique fact is that it is a creamy delight, which doesn't use cream and the texture relies on technique of preparation.

This pasta dish was traditionally originated in Italy but popularised in the US, and it features fettuccine tossed in a buttery, cheesy sauce, often topped with cream, which gives it an enriching experience.

It is one of America's most beloved comfort foods and is made with macaroni, cheddar, milk, and butter.

This is one of the most famous versions of pasta, which is known for its bold, fiery flavours. It is made with ingredients like garlic, olive oil, tomatoes, and dried red chilli flakes, along with pasta and is finished with parsley and grated Pecorino Romano.

This is one of Italy’s most iconic and comforting pasta dishes and refers to a slow-cooked meat sauce made with minced meat, onions, carrots, celery, a small amount of tomato, milk, and wine. It is traditionally paired with tagliatelle, not spaghetti.

This is also an Italian dish where pasta sheets are layered and slow-cooked with meat sauce and béchamel, and cheese. It is a classic baked pasta dish that also comes in a vegetarian version.

It is commonly known as Drunken Noodles and is a bold and fiery Thai noodle dish loved for its intense flavours. Interestingly, the dish doesn't contain any alcohol and is made with rice noodles, garlic, chillies, soy sauce, and aromatic Thai basil.

It is a unique pasta inspired by Jamaican flavours and Rastafarian culture. It features pasta tossed in a creamy sauce infused with jerk seasoning, bell peppers, and sometimes coconut milk, giving it a mildly spicy, smoky kick.

It is one of the most popular pasta dishes that uses garlic, olive oil, red chilli flakes, and parsley along with perfectly cooked spaghetti.

It is a modern Korean–Italian fusion dish, where pasta is combined with spicy-sweet sauce made from gochujang, garlic, and soy-based seasonings.

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