Best Easy Linguine ai Ricci di Mare Recipe

Linguine with sea urchin roe offers a taste of the Italian seashore at its most refined. This fresh mediterranean delicacy is high in protein and brings the ocean's essence to your family table.

Cook 30 min Difficulty NORMAL 525 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • linguine 12 oz
  • fresh sea urchin roe (uni) 4 oz
  • egg yolk 1 piece
  • extra virgin olive oil 3 tbsp
  • unsalted butter 2 tbsp
  • garlic 2 cloves
  • Italian flat-leaf parsley 2 tbsp
Seasonings/Sauce
  • kosher salt 1 tsp
  • freshly ground black pepper 0.5 tsp
  • lemon zest 1 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 60 g 46%
Protein 24 g 18%
Fat 19 g 36%
Serving size 220g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Boil a large pot of water, adding 1/2 tsp kosher salt. Cook the linguine until just shy of al dente (1 minute less than package instructions), reserving 1 cup of pasta water.

  2. 2

    While pasta cooks, warm olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a wide skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté gently, watching carefully to avoid browning—about 2 minutes for aroma.

  3. 3

    In a bowl, gently combine sea urchin roe, egg yolk, chopped parsley, lemon zest, and half the black pepper. Mash lightly with a fork until creamy but still textured.

  4. 4

    Transfer drained linguine to the skillet (off the heat!). Add 1/3 cup hot pasta water, the sea urchin mixture, and remaining butter. Toss rapidly, adjusting heat to very low if needed, until sauce forms a glossy, silky coating.

  5. 5

    Season to taste with more salt and pepper. Serve immediately, garnishing with extra sea urchin roe, parsley, and a sprinkle of lemon zest if desired.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
The signature ingredient here is fresh sea urchin roe (uni), which brings a delicate brininess and rich, creamy texture to the linguine. This ingredient defines the unique flavor and oceanic essence of Linguine ai Ricci di Mare.
Q. What cooking technique is crucial for perfecting the sauce?
It's essential to combine the sea urchin mixture with the drained linguine off the direct heat and use hot pasta water to create an emulsion. Keeping the heat very low prevents the egg yolk and uni from scrambling, resulting in a silky, glossy sauce.
Q. How do I avoid a grainy or broken sauce?
Rapidly tossing the linguine and uni sauce off the heat with just enough reserved pasta water ensures the sauce stays smooth and creamy. Avoid overheating, as too much heat can cause the egg yolk and roe to curdle.
Q. How many calories and how much protein does this dish provide per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 525 kcal and provides a high-protein punch at 24g per serving. Protein contributes 18% of the total calories, making this dish both satisfying and nutritious.
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