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Carbonara Recipe

Carbonara Recipe

A classic Italian pasta dish featuring spaghetti tossed with crispy guanciale, a creamy sauce made from egg yolks and cheeses, and finished with a generous amount of black pepper.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Calories: 700kcal
Author: Anne Carter
Servings: 2 Servings

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 200 g Spaghetti
  • 150 g Guanciale diced (or pancetta as a substitute)
  • 3 large Egg yolks
  • 50 g Pecorino Romano cheese grated
  • 50 g Parmesan cheese grated
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Salt

Instructions

  • Cook the spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente.
  • Meanwhile, in a skillet over medium heat, cook the diced guanciale until crispy. Set aside.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, grated Pecorino Romano, and Parmesan cheeses until well combined.
  • Drain the cooked spaghetti, reserving a cup of pasta water.
  • Immediately add the hot spaghetti to the skillet with the guanciale, tossing to coat.
  • Remove the skillet from heat and quickly stir in the egg and cheese mixture, using the reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce if needed.
  • Season generously with freshly ground black pepper and salt to taste.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with additional grated cheese and pepper if desired.

Notes

  1. Use freshly grated cheeses for the best flavor and texture.
  2. It's crucial to toss the hot pasta with the egg mixture off the heat to avoid scrambling the eggs.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.5Cooked Recipe | Calories: 700kcal | Carbohydrates: 66g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 32g