Anchovy & Lemon Pasta

Instructions

1. Prepare Egg Mixture

   4 min hands-on

   • Separate egg yolks from whites and place yolks in a bowl.
   • Add a pinch of salt, black pepper, lemon zest, and one-third of the Parmesan cheese.
   • Whisk until smooth and set aside.

2. Create Anchovy Base

   3 min hands-on

   • Finely chop anchovies and place in a large pan over medium heat.
   • Add reserved anchovy oil and cayenne pepper.
   • Cook, stirring occasionally, until anchovies dissolve into a paste.

3. Infuse Garlic and Capers

   2 min hands-on

   • Thinly slice garlic and add to the anchovy base with capers and a small amount of olive oil.
   • Stir and cook for 2-3 minutes until garlic is soft and aromatic.

4. Cook Pasta

   3 min hands-on9 min waiting

   • Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add a pinch of salt.
   • Cook whole wheat pasta until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
   • Reserve a portion of pasta water before draining.

5. Build Sauce

   2 min waiting

   • Add a few tablespoons of reserved pasta water to the anchovy mixture.
   • Let it simmer for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally.

6. Combine Pasta and Sauce

   1 min hands-on

   • Add drained pasta to the pan with the anchovy sauce.
   • Stir well to coat noodles evenly.
   • Lower heat to prevent eggs from scrambling.

7. Incorporate Egg Mixture

   2 min hands-on

   • Gradually pour egg mixture over pasta, stirring constantly.
   • Add more pasta water if needed to achieve a silky consistency.

8. Add Fresh Herbs

   2 min hands-on

   • Finely chop parsley and add most to the pasta, reserving some for garnish.
   • Stir gently to distribute herbs evenly.

9. Plate and Garnish

   1 min hands-on

   • Divide pasta into servings.
   • Top with reserved parsley, remaining Parmesan, and freshly ground black pepper.
   • Serve immediately.
   • Cooking tips:
   • To prevent the egg sauce from curdling, ensure the heat is low when adding the egg mixture and stir continuously.
   • If the sauce thickens too much, add a tablespoon of pasta water at a time to loosen it.
   • Use freshly grated Parmesan for better flavor and a smoother sauce.
   • Whole grain pasta adds a nutty depth to the dish; however, ensure not to overcook it as it can become gummy.
   • For an extra burst of flavor, garnish with a small drizzle of fresh lemon juice before serving.