Keto Mentaiko Pasta
Delight your taste buds with this rich and creamy Keto Mentaiko Pasta, a low-carb twist on a beloved Japanese-Italian fusion dish. Made with shirataki noodles, this recipe keeps your carb count in check while delivering the bold umami flavor of mentaiko (spicy cod roe). The sauce, a luxurious combination of heavy cream, butter, soy sauce, and a hint of fresh lemon juice, perfectly coats the noodles for a silky finish. Topped with nori strips, fragrant green onions, and a sprinkle of Parmesan, this quick and easy dish is ready in just 20 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or an indulgent keto feast. Whether you're craving a unique take on pasta or seeking low-carb Japanese cuisine, this dish satisfies without compromise.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams shirataki noodles
- 60 grams mentaiko (spicy cod roe)
- 60 ml heavy cream
- 15 grams butter
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
- 5 grams nori (seaweed) strips
- 2 tablespoons green onions, sliced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Begin by preparing the shirataki noodles: Rinse them under cold water for 2-3 minutes to remove the fishy odor.
Drain the noodles, and dry them thoroughly using paper towels to ensure there is no excess moisture.
Set the noodles aside and prepare the mentaiko sauce. Slice the mentaiko sac open and scrape out the roe using a spoon into a small mixing bowl.
In the same bowl, combine the mentaiko roe with heavy cream, soy sauce, and lemon juice, mixing well to create a smooth sauce.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and melt the butter in the pan.
Add the shirataki noodles to the pan and stir well, cooking until they are heated through, about 2 minutes.
Pour the mentaiko sauce over the noodles, stirring gently to coat the noodles evenly with the sauce. Cook for another minute.
Season the pasta with grated parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Continue to toss until everything is well combined and heated through.
Transfer the mentaiko pasta onto a serving platter or individual bowls.
To garnish, top the noodles with sliced green onions and nori strips for added flavor and texture.
Serve immediately while hot, and enjoy your keto-friendly mentaiko pasta!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
498 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.5 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.1 g | 110% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 165 mg | 55% | |
| Sodium | 4149 mg | 180% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.9 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 18.5 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 214 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 410 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
