Gordon Ramsay Carbonara Recipe
The Gordon Ramsay Carbonara Recipe is a rich and comforting Italian pasta dish made with simple ingredients. This creamy pasta uses eggs, Parmesan cheese, and crispy pancetta to create a silky sauce without cream. Perfect for quick dinners or special occasions, this easy recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor at home.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Frying pan or skillet
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk or fork
- Tongs
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Cheese grater
- Colander
- Serving bowl
Ingredients
- 400 grams spaghetti
- 150 grams pancetta or guanciale, diced
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1 large whole egg
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 2 cloves garlic, lightly crushed
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.25 cup reserved pasta water
- Fresh parsley, chopped, optional for garnish
Instructions
Cook the Spaghetti
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve a quarter cup of pasta water before draining the noodles.
Prepare the Pancetta
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced pancetta and crushed garlic. Cook until the pancetta becomes crispy and golden, releasing its flavorful fat. Remove the garlic afterward.
Make the Egg and Cheese Mixture
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, whole egg, grated Parmesan cheese, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy. This mixture will create the silky carbonara sauce without using cream.
Combine Pasta with Pancetta
- Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the crispy pancetta. Toss gently using tongs so the pasta absorbs the flavorful fat. Remove the skillet from heat to prevent the eggs from scrambling.
Create the Creamy Sauce
- Slowly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the warm pasta while tossing continuously. Add reserved pasta water gradually to loosen the sauce. The heat from the pasta will cook the eggs gently, forming a creamy coating.
Season and Serve
- Taste the pasta and adjust seasoning with salt if needed. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with extra Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley. Serve immediately while warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use guanciale for the most authentic Italian flavor.
- Always remove the pan from heat before adding the egg mixture to prevent scrambling.
- Freshly grated Parmesan melts better and creates a smoother sauce.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for gentle heat if desired.
- Serve immediately for the best creamy texture and flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days.
- Reheat gently in a skillet with a splash of water to maintain creaminess.