Elevate Your Summer Dining: Caviar Lemon Pasta
Ingredients
- Preferred pasta (Valfleuri Egg Noodles recommended)
- Caviar (we used Kaluga Black)
- Parmesan cheese
- Fresh chives
- Lemon zest
- Freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
1. Cooking the Pasta
Start by boiling your chosen pasta according to the package instructions. Valfleuri Egg Noodles are our top recommendation due to their rich texture and ability to hold the sauce well. Remember to add a pinch of salt to the boiling water for an extra layer of flavor. Cook the pasta to your preferred level of doneness – al dente is ideal for this recipe. Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and let it cool slightly. This step ensures the pasta absorbs the lemon juice and other flavors more effectively.
2. Preparing the Plate
Take a serving plate and arrange a generous portion of the cooked pasta. Presentation is key, especially when working with such high-quality ingredients. Arrange the pasta neatly to create an aesthetically pleasing base for the toppings.
3. Adding the Parmesan
Using a fine grater, shred some Parmesan cheese over the pasta. Parmesan's creamy, salty notes complement the rich, briny taste of the caviar beautifully. This layer of cheese will melt slightly from the heat of the pasta, creating a subtle, savory undertone that enhances the overall flavor profile of the dish.
4. Introducing the Lemon Zest
Next, zest a fresh lemon over the pasta. The lemon zest infuses the dish with bright, citrusy flavors that contrast the indulgent caviar. The aromatic oils released from the zest will give the dish a fresh, summery, and irresistible fragrance.
5. Adding the Lemon Juice
Squeeze the lemon to extract its fresh juice and drizzle it over the pasta. The lemon juice enhances the tangy undertones and balances the richness of the Parmesan and caviar. Be generous with the juice to ensure each bite is infused with a zesty kick.
6. The Star Ingredient: Caviar
Now, it’s time to add the star of the show – the Kaluga Black caviar. Generously spoon the luxurious caviar over the pasta. Kaluga Black caviar is known for its large, glossy pearls and delicate, briny taste that instantly elevates any dish to a gourmet level. The caviar’s texture and flavor will meld beautifully with the lemon and Parmesan, creating a harmonious and indulgent experience.
7. Finishing Touches: Fresh Chives
To finish, sprinkle finely chopped fresh chives over the caviar. Chives add a mild, oniony flavor that complements the other ingredients without overpowering them. Their vibrant green color also adds a pop of freshness to the dish, making it as visually appealing as it is delicious.
Bon appétit! Enjoy your summer dining experience with this delightful Caviar Lemon Pasta.
Kaluga Black Caviar
$60.00
This marvelous farm-raised hybrid caviar, rarely occurring in its natural habitat is cross-bred between Kaluga (Huso Dauricus) and Amur (Acipenser Schrencki) sturgeons. It has large, firm pearls with a smooth texture and a nutty, buttery flavor that is similar to… read more
