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Spicy Miso Carbonara: A 20-Minute Umami Bomb You’ll Crave

Spicy Miso Carbonara

A fusion pasta dish combining the creamy richness of carbonara with the bold umami of spicy miso.

Ingredients

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  • 200g spaghetti
  • 2 large eggs
  • 50g grated Parmesan
  • 1 tbsp white miso paste
  • 1 tsp chili flakes
  • 100g pancetta, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente.
  2. Whisk eggs, Parmesan, miso, and chili flakes in a bowl.
  3. Fry pancetta in olive oil until crispy. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  4. Drain pasta, reserving 50ml of cooking water.
  5. Add hot pasta to the pancetta pan. Remove from heat.
  6. Stir in the egg mixture quickly, adding reserved water to create a creamy sauce.
  7. Season with black pepper and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use fresh eggs for a creamier texture.
  • Adjust chili flakes to your preferred spice level.
  • Grate Parmesan finely for smoother melting.

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