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Gordon Ramsay Carbonara

Gordon Ramsay Carbonara: A Simple Italian Delight Awaits

Discover the flavors of Gordon Ramsay Carbonara, a creamy, authentic Italian dish that is both quick to make and impressively delicious.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 400 grams Spaghetti High-quality durum wheat pasta recommended.
For the Sauce
  • 150 grams Guanciale Can substitute with Pancetta or Bacon.
  • 4 large Eggs Fresh eggs recommended for creaminess.
  • 100 grams Pecorino Romano Cheese Grated, for bold flavor.
  • 50 grams Parmesan Cheese Grated, adjust to preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper Add more for a spicier kick.
Optional Ingredients
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced, optional for aroma.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Depending on fat from guanciale.
  • to taste grams Salt Use sparingly.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Medium Bowl
  • Large Pot
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. Dice guanciale into ¼-inch pieces and cook in a cold skillet over medium-low heat for 10-15 minutes until crispy.
  2. Transfer the crispy guanciale to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess fat, keeping rendered fat in the skillet.
  3. Optional: Sauté minced garlic in the skillet with guanciale fat and a drizzle of olive oil for about 30 seconds.
  4. Whisk together eggs, Pecorino Romano, Parmesan, and black pepper in a bowl until smooth.
  5. Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water for 8-10 minutes until al dente, reserving 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  6. Toss hot spaghetti with guanciale fat in the skillet to coat evenly.
  7. Remove skillet from heat, pour egg mixture over pasta, and toss vigorously, adding reserved pasta water as needed for sauce consistency.
  8. Stir in crispy guanciale and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper.
  9. Serve immediately with extra guanciale and Pecorino Romano on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use high-quality ingredients and serve the Carbonara immediately for optimal texture.

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