Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package directions until al dente. Before draining, reserve about 1/2 cup of the pasta water. Drain the pasta and set aside.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of butter. Once melted, add the sliced mushrooms and sauté for 5-7 minutes until they are softened and lightly browned. Add the minced garlic and the white parts of the chopped green onions, and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the drained tuna to the skillet with the mushrooms. Flake it gently with a spoon. Pour in the soy sauce, mirin, and sake (if using). Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and black pepper. Stir gently to combine all ingredients and let the butter melt, creating a savory sauce.
- Add the cooked and drained pasta to the skillet with the tuna and mushroom sauce. Pour in about 1/4 cup of the reserved pasta water. Toss everything together, allowing the pasta to absorb the flavors. If the sauce seems too dry, add a little more pasta water, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
- Divide the pasta into serving bowls. Garnish generously with shredded nori seaweed, shichimi togarashi, and the green parts of the chopped green onions. Drizzle with a little toasted sesame oil if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
For an added vegetable boost, you can stir in a handful of fresh spinach during the last minute of cooking the sauce. Adjust the amount of Shichimi Togarashi to your preferred level of spice. This dish is best enjoyed fresh.
