Squid Ink Trottole Recipe
uni, melted leeks, calabrian chili
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Pasta
In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the trottole pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving some pasta water.
- 2
Sauté the Leeks
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced leeks and sauté until softened and lightly golden, about 5-7 minutes.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Stir in the squid ink and Calabrian chili paste into the skillet with the leeks. Mix well to combine and cook for another 2 minutes.
- 4
Toss the Pasta
Add the cooked trottole to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta in the sauce. If the mixture seems dry, add a splash of reserved pasta water.
- 5
Add the Uni
Remove from heat and gently fold in the sea urchin (uni) and chopped parsley. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 6
Serve
Plate the pasta and garnish with additional parsley if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
