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Tarako spaghetti served on a white plate topped with shredded seaweed.
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Tarako Spaghetti

Indulge in the savory flavors of Tarako Spaghetti, a classic Japanese pasta dish featuring salted cod roe. This authentic recipe provides a delightful twist to your pasta night, perfect for those craving a taste of Japan. Experience the briny richness of tarako roe in every bite with this simple yet satisfying dish.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Japanese
Keyword tarako pasta, tarako spaghetti
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Servings 1
Calories 398kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 oz Spaghetti
  • 1 tbsp Butter
  • 3 tbsp Heavy Cream
  • 1 tbsp Kewpie Mayo can sub with regular mayo but will alter taste
  • 1 tsp Soy Sauce
  • 1 Sack Tarako Roe
  • 1/4 tsp Shredded Seaweed optional

Instructions

  • Gather all the ingredients.
    Ingredients for tarako spaghetti.
  • Use a spoon to carefully scrape out the roe or eggs from the sack of the tarako, leaving the outer membrane intact. Discard the membrane.
    Tarako roe on a cutting board.
  • Combine tarako roe, heavy cream, soy sauce, and Kewpie mayo in a small mixing bowl.
    Tarako sauce in a mixing bowl.
  • Cook spaghetti according to the package instructions. After cooking, strain the spaghetti to remove all water and serve it in a bowl while hot.
    Drained spaghetti in a bowl.
  • While the noodles are still hot, add in butter, combine until melted and pour tarako sauce on top. Coat well and transfer to a serving plate topped with optional seaweed.
    Tarako spaghetti served on a plate.

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Nutrition

Calories: 398kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 101mg | Sodium: 537mg | Potassium: 59mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1011IU | Calcium: 34mg