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Creamy Miso Pasta Recipe

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  • Author: Molly
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings

Description

This Creamy Miso Pasta is a quick and delicious dish combining the umami depth of white miso with a luscious cream sauce, enhanced by garlic, parmesan, and fresh herbs. Perfect for a comforting meal ready in just 20 minutes, it features a silky sauce that clings to perfectly cooked pasta, finished off with a zesty hint of lemon and fragrant rosemary.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 200 grams dried pasta (or 300 grams fresh)

Miso Cream Sauce

  • 1.5 tablespoons white miso paste
  • 1.5 tablespoons hot water
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 3 garlic cloves, very finely chopped
  • 3/4 cup cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 40 grams parmesan cheese, very finely grated
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaves (or any herb you like!)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Pasta: Boil your pasta in well-salted water until al dente. Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining; it can be used later to adjust the sauce consistency.
  2. Prepare Miso Mixture: In a small bowl or ramekin, mix the white miso paste with hot water to loosen it, making it easier to incorporate into the cream sauce. Set aside.
  3. Sauté Garlic: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat, then add the finely chopped garlic. Let it gently sizzle for about a minute, ensuring the garlic doesn’t brown to keep the flavor delicate.
  4. Add Cream and Pepper: Pour in the cream and add black pepper. Bring to a very gentle simmer, lowering the heat so the sauce is just barely bubbling.
  5. Melt Parmesan: Gradually add the grated parmesan cheese in two to three additions, allowing it to melt fully into the cream before adding more. Stir well to combine.
  6. Incorporate Miso: Whisk the prepared miso mixture into the cream sauce, blending thoroughly for a smooth and flavorful base.
  7. Add Lemon Juice: Quickly whisk in the fresh lemon juice, and let the sauce gently thicken over a low simmer for one to two minutes, avoiding vigorous boiling.
  8. Toss Pasta in Sauce: Add the cooked pasta into the skillet with the sauce. Toss everything together and let it gently bubble for one to two minutes to marry the flavors. Use reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce if it’s too thick.
  9. Adjust Sauce Consistency: Since cream sauces thicken quickly off heat, ensure the sauce in the pan remains saucy before serving.
  10. Garnish and Serve: Plate the pasta and garnish with fresh rosemary leaves or your preferred fresh herbs for added aroma and visual appeal.

Notes

  • Use good quality white miso for the best flavor; adjust quantity if you prefer a milder or stronger taste.
  • Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce thickness and help the sauce adhere to the pasta.
  • Do not brown the garlic, as it can create a bitter flavor.
  • Add parmesan gradually for a smooth, creamy sauce without clumps.
  • For a dairy-free option, substitute cream and butter with plant-based alternatives.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Fusion

Find it online: https://recipeglimpse.com/creamy-miso-pasta-recipe/