Delish Black Squid Ink Pasta
A delightful pasta dish featuring the unique flavor of squid ink.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti Use your favorite pasta shape.
- 2 tbsp olive oil Extra virgin for best flavor.
- 4 cloves garlic Minced.
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes Halved.
- 1 tbsp squid ink Available at specialty stores.
- 1 tbsp capers Rinsed and drained.
- 1 cup fresh basil Chopped.
- 1 tbsp lemon juice Freshly squeezed.
- 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes Optional for spice.
- 0.5 tsp salt To taste.
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook until they start to soften, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the squid ink and capers, mixing well to combine for another minute.
- Add the drained spaghetti and chopped basil, tossing everything together until the pasta is well coated.
- Finish with a drizzle of lemon juice, red pepper flakes, and salt to taste. Serve warm.
Notes
For a special touch, add grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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