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Chorizo Carbonara
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Chorizo Carbonara

25 minServes 2Nutri-Score D€€
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Ingredients

2 people
  • dried spaghettiGrains150 g
  • chorizo (diced)Meat100 g
  • egg (large)Dairy1 piece
  • egg yolksDairy2 pieces
  • parmesan (grated)Dairy100 g
  • fresh parsley (chopped)Produce10 g
  • black pepper (ground)Spices2 g
  • pasta water (reserved from cooking)Other50 ml

per serving

Nutrition

633kcal

Carbs
58 g
Proteins
31 g
Fat
31 g
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Tools

  • Saucepan
  • Frying pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

step by step

Method

  1. Boil the spaghetti

    • Bring a saucepan of salted water to a boil.
    • Cook the spaghetti according to the packet instructions until al dente.
    • Reserve some pasta water before draining.
    Step 1
  2. Make the egg mixture

    • In a bowl, whisk the egg with the yolks.
    • Add the parmesan, black pepper and a little pasta water, then set aside.
    Step 2
  3. Fry the chorizo

    • Fry the diced chorizo in a pan for a few minutes until crispy.
    Step 3
  4. Combine off the heat

    • Add the cooked spaghetti to the pan with the chorizo.
    • Take the pan off the heat and let it cool for a couple of minutes.
    • Add the egg mixture and the pasta water, then stir thoroughly.
    Step 4
  5. Finish and serve

    • Stir through the fresh parsley.
    • Serve immediately with extra black pepper.
    Step 5