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'nduja carbonara

The Ultimate Carbonara with ‘Nduja

This is quite close to the classic carbonara, but adds spicy ‘nduja for extra flavour.
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Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: 'Nduja, Carbonara
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 2

Ingredients

  • 250 g pasta I used bucatini
  • 150 g pancetta diced
  • 50 g ’nduja
  • 40 g parmesan grated
  • 40 g pecorino grated
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 egg yolks
  • ½ tsp black pepper

Instructions

  • Cook the pasta in salted boiling water for 2 minutes less than the packet says. Scoop out a mug of pasta water before draining.
  • In a small bowl, mix the parmesan, pecorino, egg, egg yolks and black pepper with a fork until you’ve got a smooth paste.
  • In a large frying pan, cook the pancetta over a medium-high heat for about 5 minutes, until golden and crisp.
  • Add the ’nduja and stir for about a minute until it melts and coats the pancetta.
  • Add a ladle of pasta water, then turn off the heat.
  • Toss the cooked spaghetti through the pancetta and ’nduja mix.
  • Pour in the cheese and egg mixture, using tongs to toss everything together until it forms a silky sauce.
  • If it’s too thick, splash in a bit more pasta water until it looks glossy.
  • Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed, then serve straight away with extra cheese and a good grind of black pepper.