Okura and Sakura Shrimp Japanese-Style Spaghetti

May 17, 2023May 17, 20230 3

Okura and Sakura Shrimp Japanese-Style Spaghetti Recipe

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

5 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 package spaghetti
	2 tablespoons olive oil , divided
	1 red bell pepper , seeded and chopped
	8 pods okra , cut into bite-sized pieces
	2 tablespoons soy sauce
	1 tablespoon sake
	1 tablespoon mirin ( Japanese sweet rice wine )
	2 ounces sakura ( cherry ) shrimp

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

414

Sugar

Fat

12g

Japanese-style spaghetti is a fun and delicious twist on traditional pasta dishes. The combination of soy sauce, mirin, and sake gives an umami and slightly sweet flavor to your dish, while the sakura shrimp adds a delicate seafood flavor and texture. Okra is an excellent choice of vegetable to add to this recipe, as it adds a slightly green and crunchy contrast to the soft spaghetti. This dish is perfect when you're in the mood for something light yet flavorful.

Instructions

1.	Cook the spaghetti in salted boiling water as per the package instructions.
2.	Heat a pan with a tablespoon of olive oil and stir-fry the red bell pepper and okra for 2 minutes.
3.	Add the soy sauce, sake, mirin, and sakura shrimp to the pan and continue to stir-fry for 1 minute.
4.	Combine the cooked spaghetti and stir-fried ingredients in the pan, and drizzle a tablespoon of olive oil.
5.	Toss everything together and cook for another minute before serving.

PROS

Incorporates unique Japanese flavors and ingredients into a classic pasta dish.

Quicker to prepare compared to traditional Italian pasta recipes.

CONS

Cherry shrimp may not be readily available in all supermarkets, requiring a trip to a specialty store.

May not be suitable for strict vegetarians or vegans due to the inclusion of seafood.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Using okra in a recipe can promote digestive health by providing fiber and has been shown to support healthy cholesterol levels.
Soy sauce, although high in sodium, may contain beneficial amino acids and antioxidants.