Pasta with Salmon and Mushrooms

Pasta with salmon and mushrooms is a great dish that combines flavors of the sea and the earth. Here is how to prepare an Italian variant of this international dish.

Ingredients

• 320 grams of pasta (penne, farfalle, or tagliatelle)
• 200 grams of smoked salmon
• 250 grams of champignon mushrooms
• 1 clove of garlic
• 1 shallot (or small onion)
• 200 ml of heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Extra virgin olive oil
• A bunch of fresh parsley
• Optionally, a shot of vodka

Preparation

1. Clean the mushrooms carefully with a damp cloth or a small brush, slice them, and set them aside.
2. Cut the smoked salmon into strips and also set it aside.
3. Finely chop the shallot (or onion) and garlic. In a large pan, sauté the shallot and garlic in extra virgin olive oil until they become translucent.
4. Add the mushrooms to the pan, raise the heat slightly, and cook them until they have released their water and it has evaporated. Lightly salt them.
5. Lower the heat again and add the smoked salmon, letting it flavor for a couple of minutes.
6. If you decide to use vodka, pour it into the pan now and let the alcohol evaporate.
7. Add the cream to the pan, season with salt and pepper, and let the sauce thicken slightly on low heat.
8. In the meantime, bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente.
9. Drain the pasta while saving some of the cooking water and pour the pasta into the pan with the salmon and mushroom sauce. Stir well, adding a little cooking water if necessary to keep the sauce creamy.
10. Plate and garnish with chopped parsley to taste.

Curiosity

Smoked salmon pairs very well with mushrooms because of its strong flavor which is enhanced by the creaminess of the heavy cream. This dish is perfect for a special dinner or to impress your guests with a touch of elegance.

I hope you enjoy this recipe! If you need suggestions for wines or cocktails to pair with it, I would be happy to help.