Description
Midnight Trout Pasta is a flavorful and smoky pasta dish that combines tender linguini with smoked trout, tuna, and a zesty lemon-caper sauce. The creamy sauce, toasted breadcrumbs, and fresh herbs create a perfect balance of textures and flavors, ideal for a cozy dinner or a special occasion at home.
Ingredients
12 ounces linguini, spaghetti, or fettuccine
Kosher salt, to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 medium shallot, finely diced
2 cans Smoked Rainbow Fishwife Trout
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons capers, drained
Red chili flakes, to taste
1 (5 ounce) can tuna, drained (preferably packed in oil)
1 lemon, zested and juiced
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Toasted breadcrumbs, for serving
Fresh dill or parsley, for serving
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta to al dente according to package instructions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
- Prepare the sauce: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shallot and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the fish: Flake smoked trout and tuna into the skillet with shallots and garlic. Add capers and red chili flakes, stir gently, and cook for 2 minutes to warm the fish.
- Finish the sauce: Add reserved pasta water, lemon zest, lemon juice, and butter to the skillet. Stir until the butter melts and the sauce combines.
- Combine pasta and sauce: Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss gently to coat. Season with black pepper and salt as needed.
- Serve: Plate the pasta, drizzle with extra olive oil, top with toasted breadcrumbs, and garnish with fresh dill or parsley.
Notes
Substitute smoked salmon for trout for a slightly different smoky flavor.
Use gluten-free pasta or whole wheat pasta to suit dietary needs.
Add cherry tomatoes or spinach for extra color and nutrients.
Replace tuna with canned salmon for a richer taste.
Sprinkle parmesan or pecorino cheese on top for a cheesy twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
