Description
Smoked Salmon Carbonara is a delightful twist on the classic Italian dish, combining creamy textures with a smoky flavor that tantalizes the palate. This gourmet meal transforms any dining experience into a special occasion, making it perfect for both intimate dinners and festive gatherings. With just a few quality ingredients, you can whip up this indulgent pasta dish that will impress your guests and leave them craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
- 4 oz high-quality smoked salmon, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente; reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain.
- In a bowl, whisk together egg yolks and heavy cream until smooth. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese.
- Toss warm pasta with smoked salmon and black pepper.
- Pour the creamy sauce over the pasta mixture, gently tossing to combine. Add reserved pasta water as needed to achieve desired creaminess.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and black pepper.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 200mg