Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLeo AnnapolisSmoked Catfish Carbonara Recipe

Smoked Catfish Carbonara Recipe

Inspired by Leo Annapolis
Time30m
Serves4

Buyboat Brand smoked catfish, pecorino

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Main Ingredients

Garnish

Method

Pasta Preparation

  1. 1

    Boil Water

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

  2. 2

    Cook Spaghetti

    Add the spaghetti to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.

  3. 3

    Drain Spaghetti

    Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti and set aside.

Sauce Preparation

  1. 4

    Prepare Sauce

    In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, grated Pecorino Romano cheese, and black pepper until well combined.

Main Ingredients Preparation

  1. 5

    Sauté Garlic

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

  2. 6

    Add Smoked Catfish

    Add the smoked catfish to the skillet, breaking it into pieces with a spatula. Cook for 3-4 minutes until warmed through.

Combining Everything

  1. 7

    Combine Pasta and Catfish

    Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with catfish and garlic. Toss to combine.

  2. 8

    Mix Sauce with Pasta

    Remove the skillet from heat, then quickly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the pasta, using tongs to toss everything together. Add reserved pasta water a little at a time to reach desired creaminess.

  3. 9

    Season to Taste

    Taste and adjust seasoning with additional black pepper if needed.

Garnishing

  1. 10

    Garnish and Serve

    Serve the carbonara in bowls, garnished with chopped fresh parsley and additional Pecorino cheese if desired.

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