Spinach & Bacon Butter Soy Sauce Pasta (One-Pan Japanese Recipe)

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If you want something quick, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying, this Japanese-style butter soy sauce pasta is a must-try.

Made in just one pan, this dish combines crispy bacon, fresh spinach, and a rich garlic butter sauce with deep umami from soy sauce and mentsuyu.

Ingredients

  • 100g pasta
  • 4 slices bacon
  • Spinach (a handful)
  • 350ml water
  • 1 tbsp mentsuyu
  • 1 tsp chicken stock powder
  • 1 tsp soy sauce
  • 10g butter
  • 3cm garlic paste

Instructions

  1. Cook the Bacon
  • Heat a pan and cook the bacon until slightly crispy and fragrant.

2. Add Liquid & Seasoning

Pour in:

  • Water (350ml)
  • Mentsuyu
  • Chicken stock powder

Bring everything to a boil.

3. Cook the Pasta

  • Add the pasta directly into the pan.
  • Cook according to the package instructions.
  • No draining needed — the pasta absorbs all the flavor.

4. Add Spinach

  • Add spinach during the last minute of cooking.
  • Let it wilt into the pasta.

5. Finish with Butter & Garlic

Add:

  • Butter
  • Garlic paste
  • Soy sauce

Mix well until the pasta becomes glossy and rich.

Pro Tips

  • Don’t overcook — sauce should be light and silky, not dry
  • Use good quality butter for better flavor
  • Add chili flakes if you want a spicy kick

FAQ

Can I skip mentsuyu?
Yes, but it adds a deeper Japanese flavor. You can replace it with a bit more soy sauce + dashi.

Can I use other vegetables?
Yes! Mushrooms or cabbage work well too.

Is this good for meal prep?
Best eaten fresh, but still good the next day.

Final Thoughts

This recipe is:

  • One pan
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Perfect for viral food content

Simple ingredients, but big flavor payoff.

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