Gluten-Free Mentaiko Pasta

Indulge in the rich umami flavors of Gluten-Free Mentaiko Pasta, a Japanese-Italian fusion dish that's as luxurious as it is simple to prepare. Featuring silky gluten-free spaghetti tossed in a creamy, spicy cod roe (mentaiko) sauce enriched with butter, heavy cream, and a touch of soy sauce, this recipe delivers a perfect balance of savory depth and gentle heat. Topped with delicate strips of nori and vibrant green onions, this dish is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's an easy yet elegant option for gluten-free pasta lovers looking to elevate their weeknight dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 200 grams Gluten-free spaghetti
• 2 sacks Mentaiko (spicy cod roe)
• 30 grams Unsalted butter
• 100 milliliters Heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 sheet Nori (seaweed sheet), cut into thin strips
• 2 tablespoons Chopped green onions
• 0 Salt
• 0 Freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the gluten-free spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, prepare the mentaiko sauce. Remove the mentaiko from its sac by slitting it open with a knife and scraping the roe into a small bowl. Discard the sac.

Step 3

In a large pan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the mentaiko roe to the pan and stir well.

Step 4

Pour in the heavy cream and soy sauce, stirring constantly to combine until the mixture is smooth and warmed through. Be careful not to let the cream boil. Season with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Step 5

Once the pasta is cooked, reserve about 1/4 cup of the pasta cooking water. Drain the pasta well.

Step 6

Add the drained spaghetti to the pan with the mentaiko sauce and toss to coat the pasta evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water to achieve the desired consistency.

Step 7

Serve the mentaiko pasta immediately, topped with strips of nori and chopped green onions. Add more freshly ground black pepper if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	405.1 grams (405.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	936

Total Fat 65.40g	84%
Saturated Fat 36.50g	183%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 216mg	72%
Sodium 1979mg	86%
Total Carbohydrate 66.20g	24%
Dietary Fiber 3.90g	14%
Total Sugars 1.60g
Protein 17.50g	35%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 58mg	4%
Iron 3mg	15%
Potassium 356mg	8%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.7%

Protein: 7.6%

Carbs: 28.7%