Miso Pasta: Step-By-Step Recipe
Miso Pasta brings Italian romano cheese, Japanese miso and lots of garlic in a rich and creamy sauce. Our straightforward recipe ensures you have a gourmet and profound flavour.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Pasta
- 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 4 tbsp Miso Paste
- 1¼ cup Grated Romano Cheese
- 1 tsp Pepper and salt
To Garnish:
- Furikake
- Green Onions
Instructions
- Start by putting a large vessel of water to a rolling boil and adding a touch of salt before you begin preparing the delectable miso pasta. Once the water is boiling, add in the pasta. Cook it until it reaches a point just before al dente, ensuring it retains a slight firmness. Remember to reserve around 2 cups of starchy pasta water before draining the pasta and setting it aside momentarily.
- Now, take a large skillet and melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. As the butter begins to melt and sizzle, add the minced garlic. Allow it to cook until a tantalizing fragrance fills the air, infusing the dish with its aromatic essence.
- With the garlic nicely sautéed, take a whisk and introduce the white miso paste to the skillet. As you whisk, gradually pour in some of the reserved pasta water, ensuring a smooth and creamy consistency is achieved, perfectly blending the miso and the water into a delectable sauce. The miso's umami flavours will harmonize with the pasta water, resulting in a tantalizingly savoury base.
- Without hesitation, gently incorporate the cooked pasta into the skillet, joining forces with the miso sauce. Alongside the pasta, sprinkle in the Romano cheese and a dash of freshly ground black pepper, you can coat the pasta with the luscious sauce. Vigorously toss and stir the pasta, ensuring the cheese melts seamlessly. In addition, ensure that the noodles are fully enveloped in the savoury miso-infused concoction. Should the sauce require additional smoothness, gradually add more of the reserved pasta water to achieve the desired consistency.
- Now, it's time to taste and adjust the flavours to your preference. Sprinkle some salt and pepper if you require, carefully balancing the savoury notes of the miso sauce with the other elements of the dish. Once you're satisfied with the seasoning, ladle the creamy Miso Pasta into serving bowls, marvelling at the irresistible aroma and tantalizing appearance.
- To elevate this delightful creation, generously sprinkle a spoonful of furikake, a Japanese seasoning blend composed of sesame seeds, seaweed, and fish flakes, over the pasta. This will impart an additional layer of complexity and a delightful burst of umami. Finally, garnish the dish with freshly sliced green onions, adding a touch of freshness and a pop of vibrant colour to the presentation.
- Now, sit back, savour each bite, and relish in the harmony of flavours as the creamy Miso Pasta delights your taste buds. Allow the comforting warmth and exquisite taste to transport you to culinary bliss.
Notes
- Use good quality miso paste: The key to making a flavourful Miso Pasta is using good quality miso paste. Look for miso paste made from fermented soybeans, which has a rich, savoury umami flavour.
- Adjust seasoning to taste: Taste the sauce before mixing it with the noodles. And adjust the seasoning according to your preference. If you like it spicier, add more chilli garlic sauce or if you want it sweeter, add more maple syrup.
- Cook pasta al dente: Cook the pasta until they are al dente, which means they are tender but still have a bit of bite. Overcooked pasta can become mushy and may not hold the sauce as well.
- Don't overcook vegetables: If you're adding vegetables to your Miso Pasta, blanch them. Do it to keep their crunchiness and nutrients. Overcooking vegetables can make them soggy and bland.
- Use pasta water to adjust sauce consistency: To thin out the sauce, use some starchy pasta water. Do it to adjust the consistency. This helps to make the sauce more evenly distributed on the noodles.
- Add toppings for extra flavour: Add toppings like thinly sliced cucumber and mushrooms. It can elevate the flavour and texture of the dish. Feel free to experiment with other toppings as well.