Savory Mackerel Pasta: A Unique Homemade Dish Recipe
Savory Mackerel Pasta: A Unique Homemade Dish Recipe
Tired of the Same Old? Try This Delicious Mackerel Pasta!
Indulge in the rich, savory flavor of salted mackerel, perfectly paired with al dente pasta. This dish offers a uniquely satisfying taste experience you won’t find anywhere else! (Recipe inspired by Chef Choi Hyun-seok)
Ingredients- 1/4 salted mackerel fillet (add a pinch of salt if needed)
- 15 clams (purged of sand)
- 100g pasta (spaghetti or linguine recommended)
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1/3 stalk green onion (white part preferred)
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 Tbsp dry white wine (or cooking wine)
- 1/2 Tbsp all-purpose flour (for dusting mackerel)
- A pinch of whole peppercorns
- 1 pinch of salt (for seasoning)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
In a pot, combine the purged clams and 200ml of water. Cover and simmer over medium heat for 4-5 minutes to create a flavorful clam broth. Strain the broth and set it aside.
Step 2
Lightly rinse the salted mackerel under running water to remove any surface saltiness. Dust the flesh side of the mackerel with 1/2 Tbsp of flour. This helps the sauce adhere better.
Step 3
Heat 1 Tbsp of olive oil (or cooking oil) in a preheated frying pan over medium heat. Place the floured mackerel in the pan and cook for about 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Once cooked, let it cool slightly, then carefully remove the bones and flake the flesh into large pieces.
Step 4
Finely chop the green onion into small pieces. Thinly slice the garlic cloves. Having your ingredients prepped makes the cooking process much smoother.
Step 5
Bring a pot of generously salted water to a boil. Add 100g of pasta and cook over medium heat according to package directions, aiming for al dente (usually 7-8 minutes). Reserve about 1 cup of the pasta cooking water before draining.
Step 6
In a clean frying pan, heat 1 Tbsp of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and chopped green onions, and sauté until fragrant. Sauté them separately initially to develop their individual flavors.
Step 7
Once the green onions have softened slightly, remove them from the pan and set aside. When the garlic is lightly golden, add the flaked mackerel and 2 Tbsp of white wine. Sauté gently until the alcohol evaporates and the mackerel is coated and slightly heated through. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 8
Add the cooked pasta and 150ml of the reserved clam broth to the pan with the mackerel and garlic. Increase the heat to medium-high and stir continuously, allowing the sauce to reduce and thicken slightly as it coats the pasta. If the sauce becomes too dry, add a little of the reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
Step 9
Finally, add the sautéed green onions back into the pan along with a pinch of freshly ground black pepper. Toss everything together quickly to combine. Your delicious mackerel pasta is now ready!
Step 10
For an extra touch of flavor, drizzle a little extra virgin olive oil over the pasta just before serving. Enjoy this unique and flavorful homemade dish for a special occasion or a delightful everyday meal.
