Miso Butter Pasta with Crispy Sage and Lime

Entree | 2 servings

This deceptively simple pasta harnesses umami-rich miso and browned butter to create a sauce that's deeply satisfying while remaining bright and fresh thanks to abundant lime juice and crispy sage leaves. The Number 3's cucumber coolness plays beautifully against the miso's fermented depth, while a scatter of habanero flakes adds heat that cuts through the richness perfectly. It's comfort food elevated with just a few smart, intentional flavors.

Ingredients

• 8 ounces spaghetti or linguine
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons white miso paste
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon lime zest
• 12 fresh sage leaves
• 2 garlic cloves, sliced thin
• 1/4 teaspoon habanero flakes
• Fleur de sel
• White pepper
• Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

1. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente; reserve 1 cup pasta water.
2. In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat until nutty and golden.
3. Add sage leaves to browning butter; cook 2 minutes until crispy, then remove to paper towel.
4. Add remaining butter to skillet with garlic; cook 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Whisk in miso paste, slowly adding 1/4 cup pasta water until smooth.
6. Add cooked pasta to skillet and toss, adding more pasta water if needed for silky sauce.
7. Remove from heat; stir in lime juice and zest.
8. Season with fleur de sel and white pepper.
9. Divide between bowls; top with crispy sage, habanero flakes, and Parmesan if desired.