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Spaghetti with cuttlefish ink

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Cookinero 11 Mar 2025
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Spaghetti with cuttlefish ink

One of the most common types of Italian pasta is black pasta. Pasta nero can be in the form of spaghetti, bows or spirals. Such pasta gets its unusual color from cuttlefish ink. This pasta is traditionally prepared with seafood, because pasta nero itself exudes a light sea aroma when cooked. This dish of black spaghetti with shrimp in a creamy garlic sauce will be an unusual decoration for a festive table.

How to cook Spaghetti with cuttlefish ink

Step 1

Spaghetti with cuttlefish ink

Grate the cheese on a fine grater.

Step 2

Spaghetti with cuttlefish ink

Peel the garlic, crush the cloves slightly and fry them in a frying pan heated with vegetable oil. Then remove the garlic from the pan.

Step 3

Spaghetti with cuttlefish ink

Place the shrimp in the pan and fry them in garlic oil on both sides for 2 minutes. Once ready, transfer the shrimp to another container.

Step 4

Spaghetti with cuttlefish ink

Place the squid ink spaghetti in boiling salted water and cook according to package directions.

Step 5

Spaghetti with cuttlefish ink

Once the spaghetti is cooked, drain the water.

Step 6

Spaghetti with cuttlefish ink

Place the spaghetti in a frying pan, pour in the cream and sprinkle with grated cheese.

Step 7

Spaghetti with cuttlefish ink

Stir in the spaghetti and simmer over low heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring constantly.

Step 8

Before serving, top each serving of spaghetti with fried shrimp.

Spaghetti with cuttlefish ink - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes! You can use scallops, crabmeat, or even grilled chicken as alternatives to shrimp for a different flavor profile.
Absolutely. Skip the shrimp and garlic oil, and use olive oil instead. Add sautéed mushrooms or roasted cherry tomatoes for extra umami.
Yes, regular spaghetti works perfectly, but you’ll miss the unique briny flavor and striking black color of squid ink pasta.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of water or cream to revive the sauce.
Freezing isn’t recommended, as the cream sauce may separate when thawed, and the shrimp can become rubbery.
Use gluten-free spaghetti and ensure all other ingredients (like cream and cheese) are certified gluten-free.
A crisp white wine, garlic bread, or a simple arugula salad with lemon dressing complements the rich flavors beautifully.
Yes, skip the cheese and use a dairy-free cream alternative like coconut cream for a similar texture.
Double or triple the ingredients proportionally, but cook the pasta in batches to avoid overcrowding the pot.
It infuses the oil with flavor without overpowering the dish or risking burnt garlic bits in the final sauce.

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