Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Cook the guanciale diced into ¼-inch pieces in a cold skillet over medium-low heat for 10-15 minutes until crispy.
- Prepare the egg mixture by whisking eggs, grated Pecorino Romano, Parmesan cheese, and black pepper in a bowl until smooth.
- If using garlic, add olive oil to the skillet, sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds after guanciale is crispy.
- Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then reserve pasta water and drain.
- Combine pasta with crispy guanciale and fat in the skillet, tossing to coat well.
- Remove from heat and mix in the egg and cheese mixture quickly, adding reserved pasta water to adjust thickness.
- Fold crispy guanciale back into the pasta to combine texture.
- Serve immediately, garnishing with extra Pecorino Romano and cracked black pepper.
Nutrition
Notes
For best results, use room temperature eggs and reserve pasta water to adjust sauce thickness.
