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Gordon Ramsay Carbonara

Gordon Ramsay Carbonara: Quick Comfort Food Magic

Experience the authentic taste of Gordon Ramsay Carbonara with this quick and comforting recipe, bringing Italy to your dinner table.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 400 grams Spaghetti Can be substituted with fettuccine or bucatini.
For the Sauce
  • 150 grams Guanciale Can substitute with pancetta or bacon.
  • 4 large Eggs Use large eggs for best results.
  • 100 grams Pecorino Romano Cheese Essential for flavor.
  • 50 grams Parmesan Cheese For added richness.
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper To taste.
Optional Ingredients
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced, optional.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Use cautiously for cooking.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt For pasta water.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • large pot
  • bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Render Guanciale: Dice the guanciale, place in a cold skillet over medium-low heat, and cook for about 10–15 minutes until crispy.
  2. Prepare Garlic: If using, push guanciale to the side, add minced garlic, and cook for 30 seconds.
  3. Mix Egg Components: Whisk together eggs, Pecorino Romano, Parmesan, and black pepper until smooth.
  4. Cook Pasta: Boil salted water, add spaghetti and cook for 8–10 minutes until al dente.
  5. Combine Pasta and Fat: Drain spaghetti, reserve pasta water, quickly add pasta to the skillet and toss.
  6. Create Sauce: Remove skillet from heat, pour egg mixture over pasta, and toss vigorously.
  7. Adjust Consistency: If sauce is thick, add reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
  8. Add Guanciale: Stir in crispy guanciale, reserving some for garnish.
  9. Season: Taste and adjust seasonings with salt and extra black pepper.
  10. Serve: Plate immediately, topping with reserved guanciale and extra cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 220mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve fresh for best flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container.

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