Description
A delicious twist on traditional carbonara, Miso Carbonara combines the savory depth of miso paste with crispy turkey bacon and a creamy egg-based sauce. This quick and easy 25-minute recipe delivers a comforting and flavorful pasta dish perfect for any dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 8 ounces of spaghetti
Protein and Sauce
- 4 slices of thick turkey bacon, cut into small pieces
- 1 tablespoon of miso paste
- 2 eggs
- 2 egg yolks
Seasoning and Garnish
- 1 teaspoon of red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper
- ½ cup of hot reserved pasta water
- 1 cup Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, plus more for garnish
- Finely chopped green parsley
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti until al dente. Before draining, reserve ½ cup of the hot pasta water for the sauce.
- Cook Turkey Bacon: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the turkey bacon pieces until they turn crispy. Once done, remove from heat but keep the bacon in the skillet to retain its flavor and warmth.
- Prepare Sauce Mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, miso paste, freshly ground black pepper, and half of the Parmigiano Reggiano cheese until the mixture is smooth. Gradually whisk in the reserved hot pasta water to create a creamy sauce.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet containing the turkey bacon over low heat. Quickly pour the egg and miso mixture over the pasta while tossing vigorously to coat the strands evenly without letting the eggs scramble, creating a silky sauce.
- Serve: Divide the Miso Carbonara among serving bowls. Garnish generously with the remaining Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and a sprinkle of finely chopped green parsley. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Be sure to toss the pasta and egg mixture over low heat to avoid scrambling the eggs and to achieve a creamy texture.
- Reserve pasta water is key to emulsifying the sauce and adjusting its consistency.
- Turkey bacon can be substituted with regular bacon or pancetta if preferred.
- For extra heat, increase red chili flakes as desired.
- This dish is best served immediately after preparation as the sauce thickens upon standing.
