Alexander's Spaghetti Carbonara Recipe

Authentic Roman-style spaghetti carbonara with a twist! This recipe, discovered in a local trattoria, delivers a rich and savory pasta dish with perfectly cooked spaghetti, crispy prosciutto, and a creamy, egg-yolk sauce. Get ready for a flavor explosion in just 30 minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 478.3 kcal
Protein 39g
Rating 5.0 (7 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Alexander's Spaghetti Carbonara

  • 6 slices prosciutto, diced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 pound spaghetti
  • 3 eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • salt to taste
  • fresh ground black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup pasta cooking water (reserved)

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How to Make Alexander's Spaghetti Carbonara

  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced prosciutto and chopped onion. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, until the prosciutto is crispy and the onion is softened.
  2. Meanwhile, cook spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water before draining.
  3. Stir in parsley, oregano, and red pepper flakes into the prosciutto and onion mixture. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Reduce heat to low. Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat.
  5. Quickly whisk the beaten egg in a small bowl. Gradually pour the egg into the pasta mixture, tossing constantly to create a creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a little pasta water at a time until desired consistency is reached.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

55g

Carbs

2g

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