Description
Smoked Salmon Carbonara is a delightful twist on the classic Italian dish, featuring creamy sauce and rich, smoky salmon for an unforgettable meal. This easy-to-make recipe transforms pasta night into a gourmet experience, perfect for cozy dinners or special occasions. Each bite offers luxurious flavors that dance on your palate, making it a dish everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 4 oz smoked salmon, chopped
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- Salt for pasta water
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, and Parmesan until smooth. Season with pepper.
- Sauté garlic in olive oil over medium heat until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add drained spaghetti to skillet with garlic; toss to coat in oil.
- Remove from heat and slowly pour in egg mixture while tossing continuously to prevent scrambling. Adjust creaminess with reserved pasta water as needed.
- Fold in smoked salmon gently until evenly distributed.
- Serve with extra Parmesan and cracked pepper.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 220mg