Linguine Alla Bottarga (sardinian Bottarga Linguine)

Linguine alla Bottarga is a classic Sardinian dish that showcases the island's culinary tradition. This simple yet elegant pasta dish features linguine tossed in a flavorful sauce made from grated bottarga, a delicacy of salted, cured fish roe.

Linguine Alla Bottarga (sardinian Bottarga Linguine)

Ingredients

  • 8 oz linguine
  • 2 oz bottarga, grated
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Red pepper flakes, to taste
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the linguine.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.
  3. Add the grated bottarga to the skillet and stir to combine with the garlic and oil. Cook for 1-2 minutes, then remove from heat.
  4. Transfer the cooked linguine to the skillet with the bottarga sauce. Toss to coat the pasta evenly, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
  5. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve the linguine alla bottarga in individual plates, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
20 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
400 per serving
Carbohydrates
40g
Protein
15g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Pot Skillet Colander

Tools

Pasta server Tongs

Serving suggestions

Serve the Linguine alla Bottarga with a crisp white wine and a side of fresh mixed greens for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For the best flavor, use high-quality bottarga and adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your preferred level of spiciness.

Cost

$15