A rich and creamy Italian pasta dish, Spaghetti Carbonara is made with simple ingredients—eggs, pancetta, Pecorino Romano, and black pepper—creating a deliciously savory and comforting meal. No cream needed, just authentic Roman flavors!
Ingredients (2 Servings):
✅ 200 g spaghetti 🍝
✅ 100 g pancetta or guanciale, diced 🥓
✅ 2 eggs 🥚
✅ 50 g Pecorino Romano cheese, finely grated 🧀
✅ Freshly ground black pepper, to taste 🌿
✅ Salt, to taste 🧂
🔹 Optional: A touch of olive oil if needed
Instructions:
Step 1: Cook the Pasta
1️⃣ Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti until al dente.
2️⃣ Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain.
Step 2: Prepare the Sauce
3️⃣ In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, grated Pecorino Romano, and black pepper.
Step 3: Cook the Pancetta
4️⃣ In a pan, cook the pancetta over medium heat until crispy. (No oil needed—let the fat render!)
Step 4: Combine Everything
5️⃣ Reduce heat to low and add the hot pasta to the pan with the pancetta, tossing to coat.
6️⃣ Remove from heat and quickly stir in the egg and cheese mixture, adding reserved pasta water little by little to create a creamy sauce.
Step 5: Serve & Enjoy!
7️⃣ Plate immediately, sprinkle with extra Pecorino Romano and black pepper, and enjoy this classic Italian comfort dish! 🇮🇹✨
Buon Appetito! 🍝🇮🇹
This authentic Carbonara is creamy, rich, and bursting with flavor—without needing cream!
✨ Extra Tip:
👉 For extra authenticity, use guanciale instead of pancetta!