Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure with Japanese Soy Butter Salmon Pasta! This intriguing dish showcases the art of fusion cuisine, blending the traditional flavors of Japan with the comforting familiarity of Italian pasta. In Japan, salmon holds a special place in the cuisine, known for its delicate flavor and health benefits. The use of soy sauce in the sauce adds a distinctive umami taste, a signature element of Japanese cooking.
As you take your first bite, you'll be greeted by the succulent and perfectly cooked salmon fillets. The creamy sauce, crafted from a harmonious marriage of soy sauce and butter, envelops each strand of al dente pasta, creating a velvety coating that enhances every mouthful. The combination of buttery richness and the umami depth of soy sauce creates a flavor profile that is both indulgent and satisfying.
Japanese Soy Butter Salmon Pasta is a wonderful example of how cultural influences can come together to create something truly special. It's a testament to the creativity and innovation of chefs who embrace the fusion of different culinary traditions. So, treat yourself to this unique dish that harmoniously blends the flavors of Japan and Italy, and let your taste buds revel in the delightful symphony of tastes and textures.
Ingredients
Pasta of Choice
1/2 White Onion
1 Salmon Fillet
2tb Mirin
4tb Light Soy Sauce
1tb Butter
1ts Sesame Seeds
STEPS
Begin by pealing and thinly slicing half an onion into thin slices
Then peal the skin off your salmon, then chunk it up into small pieces and set aside
Set your pasta to boil, a minute less then what is said on the package
In a pan over medium heat, add in 1tb of butter
Once melted brown your salmon on each side
Once the salmon is cooked remove and set aside
Add your onions into the pan and let it cook till softened
Add in your cooked pasta along with 1/4 cup of pasta water, with 2tb of Mirin, 4tb of Light Soy Sauce, mix well and season to taste with salt and pepper.
Serve up with some sesame seeds and optionally some freshly cut spring onions
