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Tiamongla Kasar
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Tiamongla Kasar
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Five-Ingredient
Pasta Carbonara
: Quick And Luxurious Italian Pasta Recipe

30 mins
Cooking Time
Easy
Difficulty
6
Ingredients
Non Veg
Diet
Five-ingredient pasta carbonara is one of those rare dishes that feels restaurant-worthy yet comes together easily in your own kitchen. In just about 30 minutes, you can create a rich, creamy pasta that tastes indulgent without requiring complicated steps or fancy techniques. It’s the kind of meal that turns simple pantry ingredients into something truly comforting and satisfying, perfect for when you want a little luxury at home without too much effort. You can create it with just five ingredients: pasta, eggs, cheese, cured pork, and black pepper, with only a touch of salt to bring everything together. The heat from the freshly cooked pasta gently transforms the egg and cheese mixture into a silky sauce that coats every strand beautifully. While there are many variations of carbonara, this version stays true to its Roman roots. This cheese pasta recipe relies on technique rather than heavy cream to achieve its signature texture. This is not your everyday pasta, but more of a special treat when you want something rich and satisfying. It’s the kind of recipe you turn to after a long week or when you’re craving a classic cheese pasta recipe that feels both hearty and elegant. This one is sure to become a favourite for those special homemade meals.

Ingredients

UNITSIngredients
2 whole +1 yolkEggs (room temperature)
1 teaspoonFresh-ground black pepper
85 g Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, finely grated
340 gSpaghetti
113 gPancetta or guanciale, diced (¼-inch pieces)
to tasteSalt

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Directions

Description - Step 1

Step 1: Prepare the egg mixture

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolk, black pepper, and about 64 g of grated cheese. Mix until smooth and set aside. This will form your creamy sauce base.

 

Step 1
Step 1: Prepare the egg mixture
5 Minutes
Step 2
Step 2: Cook the spaghetti
10 Minutes
Step 3
Step 3: Cook the pancetta or guanciale
6-8 Minutes
Step 4
Step 4: Combine pasta and pancetta or guanciale
2 Minutes

FAQs

Five-ingredient pasta carbonara is a classic Italian pasta dish made with eggs, cheese, pancetta, spaghetti, and black pepper, creating a rich and creamy sauce without using cream.