Tarako Spaghetti Salted Cod Fish Roe Pesto with Pasta
Elevate your pasta night with Tarako Spaghetti, a delectable Japanese-Italian fusion dish that combines the briny allure of salted cod roe with the creamy richness of pasta. This recipe features tender spaghetti tossed in a silky, umami-packed sauce made from tarako (salted cod roe), butter, heavy cream, and a touch of soy sauce for depth. Garnished with nori seaweed, fresh parsley, and optional Parmesan cheese, every bite is a symphony of savory flavors with a hint of oceanic freshness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this comforting dish is perfect for a cozy dinner at home or an impressive yet effortless meal for guests. Discover how this unique cod roe spaghetti transforms everyday ingredients into a flavorful masterpiece!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Spaghetti
- 2 whole sacs Tarako (salted cod roe sacs)
- 30 grams Unsalted butter
- 100 ml Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon (finely chopped) Fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 1 teaspoon (for pasta water) Salt
- 1 pinch Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon (for garnish) Nori seaweed (sheets or shredded)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add the salt, and cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of the pasta water before draining the spaghetti.
While the pasta cooks, prepare the tarako sauce. Carefully cut open the tarako sacs with a sharp knife and scrape out the roe using the back of a spoon. Discard the membranes.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the tarako roe, unsalted butter, heavy cream, soy sauce, and olive oil. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
Once the pasta is drained, return it to the pot over low heat. Add the prepared tarako sauce and 2 to 3 tablespoons of the reserved pasta water. Toss well to coat the spaghetti evenly in the creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit more pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
Taste the pasta and adjust seasoning with a pinch of black pepper or extra soy sauce, if needed.
Divide the Tarako Spaghetti into serving bowls. Garnish with finely chopped parsley, grated Parmesan cheese (if using), and shredded nori seaweed for an extra layer of umami flavor.
Serve immediately while warm. Enjoy this comforting and flavorful fusion dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1210 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.3 g | 106% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.5 g | 202% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 234 mg | 78% | |
| Sodium | 3984 mg | 173% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 80.3 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.4 g | ||
| Protein | 30.1 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 187 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 335 mg | 7% | |
*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.
