Italian Sea Urchin Pasta with Garlic and Saffron Cream
Luxurious Seafood Pasta with a Creamy Twist
Dive into this delectable Italian dish where delicate sea urchin pairs exquisitely with a rich garlic and saffron cream sauce.
- 45 min
- 4
- Intermediate
Ingredients
For the Pasta
For the Sea Urchin & Cream Sauce
For the Finishing Touch
Preparation
Marinating the Sea Urchin
Clean the sea urchin roe
Gently clean the sea urchin roe in cold water, ensuring any debris is removed.
Pat dry
Pat the roe dry and set aside in a small bowl.
Sprinkle lemon zest
Lightly sprinkle with lemon zest for extra freshness.
Preparing the Saffron & Garlic Cream
Soak saffron threads
In a small bowl, soak saffron threads in 2 tablespoons of warm water for 10 minutes.
Sauté garlic
In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
Combine wine, saffron, and cream
Stir in white wine and let simmer until slightly reduced, then add saffron water and heavy cream.
Do not allow the cream to boil as it can curdle. For deeper saffron flavor, allow it to soak longer in warm water before use.
Cooking Process
Boil the Pasta
Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
Create the Sauce
Once the cream is warmed and infused with saffron, add in sea urchin, and gently stir until combined and creamy. Salt to taste.
Combine Everything
Toss the pasta with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water if necessary for a smooth consistency. Enhance with Parmesan cheese and lemon zest.
Plating & Serving
Italian Sea Urchin Pasta with Garlic and Saffron Cream
Italian Sea Urchin Pasta with Garlic and Saffron Cream
Plating & Serving
Twirling a generous portion of pasta on a plate, topped with extra sea urchin roe, and a sprinkle of parsley.