Mentaiko Pasta (明太子パスタ) is a mashup of Japanese and Italian cuisine that was created in Tokyo in the 1960s. It’s simple preparation, and delicious taste has made it a household staple all over Japan. For this version of the classic Japanese pasta, I make the sauce using Mentaiko (spicy cod roe), olive oil, half & half, and Parmigiano-Reggiano. When the spaghetti is cooked, it gets drained and toss with the sauce to make for a creamy pasta that’s brimming with umami. #japanesepasta #japaneserecipe #mentaiko
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Mentaiko Pasta (明太子パスタ)
Makes 3 servings
INGREDIENTS
90 grams karashi mentaiko (about 2 pieces)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup half and half (half cream, half milk)
9 grams parmigiano reggiano (grated)
200 grams dry spaghetti
1/4 sheet nori (cut into thin strips with scissors, for garnish)
3 leaves green shiso (thinly sliced, for garnish)
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