Chef Ludo’s Caviar Pasta

Chef Ludo’s Caviar Pasta

This caviar pasta recipe adapted from Chef Ludo is simple & easy, while simultaneously luxurious & decadent. Angel hair pasta is cloaked in a lush, lightly lemony cream sauce and generously topped with glistening pearls of caviar.

Chef Ludo Lefebvre is a dynamic force in the culinary world, known for combining classical French technique with a fresh, approachable style. After years of training under some of France’s most celebrated chefs, he brought his talents to Los Angeles, where he opened acclaimed restaurants including Petit Trois.

We had the pleasure of a fabulous lunch there, enjoying the lemon bucatini, mussels marinière with frites, and trout almondine—each dish beautifully executed and full of character. Chef Ludo’s food reflects a deep respect for tradition, but with a spirit that feels current and inviting. His style balances precision with warmth, making classic French cuisine feel both elevated and effortlessly enjoyable.

Creamy Pasta with Caviar Recipe

Ingredients

• 8 oz. angel hair pasta
• 1 T. unsalted butter
• 1/2 T. lemon juice
• 1/4 c. dry white wine
• 3/8 c. heavy cream
• sea salt and fresh ground pepper
• caviar (the chef notes that even affordable varieties work beautifully)

Method

Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil.

Melt butter over medium heat in a skillet large enough to toss the cooked pasta.

Stir in lemon juice, then wine, and cook for about one minute. Then add cream and lower heat to simmer for about 5 minutes to thicken slightly.

Meanwhile, cook pasta al dente, retain 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.

Add drained pasta to the cream sauce and toss to coat. Add some hot pasta water to loosen if needed.

Season with salt and pepper (but not too much salt because caviar is salty).

Plate the pasta.

Finish with a scoop of caviar on top of the pasta.

I garnish with fresh dill sprigs.

Serve immediately. Only then mix caviar with the pasta.

Merci Beaucoup Chef! 🧑‍🍳 

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