Authentic carbonara pasta

Authentic carbonara pasta

The real Italian carbonara: guanciale, egg yolks, pecorino and pepper. No cream. The Thermomix handles the silky sauce.

30minPrep 10minCooking 20min 4 servings🟡 MediumTM5TM6TM7
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Indicative estimate
~520 cal/serving (indicative)

Preparation

  1. 1

    Put the water and salt into the mixing bowl. Bring to the boil.

    Speed 1🌡 100°C10 min
  2. 2

    Add the spaghetti to the simmering basket. Cook for the time indicated on the packet.

    Speed 1🌡 100°C12 min🔧 panier
  3. 3

    Meanwhile, mix the egg yolks with the pecorino and pepper in a separate bowl.

    💡 Outside the Thermomix, by hand.

  4. 4

    Drain the water, then return the pasta to the mixing bowl with the sautéed guanciale. Add the egg-cheese mixture off the heat.

    Speed 11 min

    💡 The mixing bowl must be warm, not hot, otherwise the eggs will cook.

Frequently asked questions

Can I add cream?
No! Authentic carbonara contains no cream. Its creaminess comes from the egg yolk and pecorino emulsion.

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