Jul 14 2026
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Spaghetti Carbonara Recipe

Inspired by The Jin
Time30m
Serves4

Classic Italian pasta dish with creamy sauce and pancetta

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Sauce

Garnish

Method

Cooking Pasta

  1. 1

    Boil the Spaghetti

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually around 8-10 minutes.

  2. 2

    Reserve Pasta Water

    Before draining the spaghetti, reserve about 1 cup of the pasta cooking water. This will be used to adjust the sauce later.

  3. 3

    Drain the Pasta

    Drain the spaghetti and set aside. Do not rinse, as you want to keep the starch that will help the sauce adhere.

Preparing the Sauce

  1. 4

    Cook the Pancetta

    In a large skillet over medium heat, add the diced pancetta. Cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

  2. 5

    Mix Eggs and Cheese

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

Combining Ingredients

  1. 6

    Combine Pasta and Pancetta

    Return the skillet with pancetta to low heat. Add the drained spaghetti and toss to combine, ensuring the pasta is coated with the pancetta fat.

  2. 7

    Add Egg Mixture

    Remove the skillet from heat and quickly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the spaghetti. Toss quickly to ensure the eggs cook gently and form a creamy sauce. Add reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency.

  3. 8

    Season and Serve

    Taste and season with salt and additional pepper if needed. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley.

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