Description
A hearty and flavorful Mushroom & Kale Spaghetti featuring tender chestnut mushrooms, nutrient-packed kale, and a creamy miso-infused butter bean sauce. This satisfying pasta dish balances earthy vegetables with a bright touch of lemon and optional crème fraîche for added richness.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 250g spaghetti
Sauce and Vegetables
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 1 red chilli, thinly sliced
- 400g chestnut mushrooms, thinly sliced
- 150g kale, stalks removed and roughly chopped
- 400g can butter beans, drained
- 2 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 125ml crème fraîche (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Spaghetti: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the spaghetti and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic and Chili: While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced garlic and red chili and fry for 1-2 minutes until the garlic begins to turn golden and fragrant.
- Cook Mushrooms: Add the sliced chestnut mushrooms to the pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms have softened and released their moisture.
- Wilt the Kale: Add the roughly chopped kale to the pan with mushrooms. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the kale wilts and softens.
- Prepare Bean Sauce: In a blender, combine the drained butter beans, white miso paste, and 150ml of the reserved pasta water. Blitz until smooth, adding more pasta water if needed to achieve a creamy sauce consistency.
- Combine Sauce and Vegetables: Pour the bean sauce into the pan with the kale and mushrooms. Cook together for 2-3 minutes, stirring gently. Adjust the thickness by adding more pasta water if the sauce is too thick. Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to taste.
- Add Crème Fraîche (Optional): Stir in crème fraîche for a richer and creamier sauce if desired.
- Toss Pasta with Sauce: Add the drained spaghetti to the pan and toss well to coat the pasta thoroughly with the sauce and vegetables.
- Serve: Serve the mushroom and kale spaghetti immediately while hot for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Reserve some pasta water before draining; it helps adjust the sauce consistency.
- Crème fraîche is optional but adds creaminess; can be omitted to keep it lighter.
- Adjust chili quantity according to your spice tolerance.
- For vegan option, omit crème fraîche or substitute with a plant-based alternative.
- Ensure to season the sauce well with salt, pepper, and lemon juice to balance flavors perfectly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Modern European
Keywords: mushroom spaghetti, kale pasta, butter bean sauce, vegetarian pasta, miso paste recipe
