Fusion pasta blending creamy miso sauce with tender ditalini, scallions, and toasted sesame flavors.
# What You'll Need:
→ Pasta
01 - 10.5 oz ditalini pasta
02 - Salt, for pasta water
→ Sauce
03 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 tablespoon finely grated ginger
06 - 2 tablespoons white miso paste
07 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
08 - 7 fl oz heavy cream
09 - 1/4 cup reserved pasta water
→ Finish & Garnish
10 - 3 scallions, thinly sliced
11 - 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
12 - 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
13 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
14 - Optional: chili flakes, for heat
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook ditalini until al dente according to package directions. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water and drain the pasta.
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for 1 minute until aromatic.
03 - Add white miso paste and soy sauce to the skillet, stirring to combine thoroughly.
04 - Pour in heavy cream, stirring continuously until the sauce is smooth and begins to thicken, approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
05 - Stir in reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce as needed.
06 - Add the cooked ditalini to the skillet and toss gently to coat evenly with the creamy miso sauce.
07 - Remove skillet from heat. Drizzle toasted sesame oil over the pasta and toss again. Serve immediately, garnished with scallions, toasted sesame seeds, black pepper, and optional chili flakes.
