Experience the rich umami of Sardine Spaghetti, a simple yet flavorful Italian-inspired dish with a Japanese twist. This recipe combines al dente spaghetti with tender dried sardines, aromatic garlic, and shiso leaves, all brought together with a savory olive oil and butter sauce. Perfect for a quick and sophisticated meal, Sardine Spaghetti is a delightful fusion of flavors that's sure to impress seafood lovers.
Sardine Spaghetti is a deliciously savory pasta dish that pairs the bold flavors of dried sardines with the delicate richness of olive oil and butter. Enhanced with garlic, shiso leaves, and a touch of Wangshin Fish Sauce, this fusion dish offers a perfect balance of umami and freshness. Easy to prepare and packed with unique flavors, Sardine Spaghetti is a must-try recipe for anyone seeking an elevated yet approachable meal.
Ingredients
- Spaghetti: 2.8 oz
- Dried sardines: 0.9 oz
- Water: 1/4 cup
- Garlic: 2 cloves
- Olive oil: 1.5 Tbsp
- Wangshin Fish Sauce: 1 tsp Buy
- Shiso leaves: 10
- Unsalted butter: 0.35 oz
- Parsley: to taste
Directions
- Soak the dried sardines in the specified amount of water on the packaging, then squeeze out the liquid. Keep the liquid aside.
- Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions.
- In a frying pan, heat olive oil and finely chopped garlic over low heat until it turns golden.
- Add the sardines and sauté, then add half of the soaking liquid in step 1 along with Wangshin Fish Sauce, shiso leaves, and butter. Adjust the seasoning with the remaining liquid to taste.
- Lightly toss and mix the spaghetti in the sauce, plate, and sprinkle with parsley.
