Authentic Carbonara
A quick and easy dish that brings the taste of Italy to your table with creamy spaghetti and crispy pancetta.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 200 g spaghetti
- 100 g pancetta Use good-quality for maximum flavor.
- 2 large egg yolks Timing is everything: combine off heat to avoid scrambling!
- 50 g grated Parmesan cheese For serving, add more if desired.
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 clove garlic (optional) Add for flavor if desired.
- Parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Cooking
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions in salted water.
- Meanwhile, in a pan, cook the pancetta until crispy. If using, add minced garlic and sauté for a minute.
- In a bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, grated Parmesan, and a pinch of pepper.
- Once the pasta is cooked, reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti.
- Add the hot pasta to the pan with pancetta and mix well.
- Remove from heat and quickly stir in the egg mixture, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until you achieve a creamy consistency.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and parsley if desired.
Notes
Got leftovers? Store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a pan over low heat, adding a splash of water or olive oil to loosen the sauce.