Description
Miso Carbonara is a delightful fusion dish that infuses traditional Italian pasta with the rich umami flavors of miso. This unique recipe combines creamy textures with savory turkey bacon, creating a comforting meal that’s perfect for any occasion. With its quick preparation time and versatile nature, Miso Carbonara is ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings. Impress your family and friends with this innovative take on carbonara that’s both simple to make and bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 4 slices thick turkey bacon (cut into small pieces)
- 1 tablespoon miso paste
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ½ cup hot reserved pasta water
- 2 eggs
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 cup parmigiano reggiano cheese (plus more for garnish)
- Finely chopped green parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté turkey bacon until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, egg yolks, cheese, miso paste, red chili flakes, and black pepper.
- Gradually add hot pasta water to the egg mixture while whisking to create a creamy sauce.
- Combine cooked spaghetti and turkey bacon in the skillet and pour in the sauce mixture. Toss with tongs until well coated.
- Serve immediately garnished with additional cheese and parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Japanese Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 840mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 180mg