Description
Smoked Salmon Carbonara is a luxurious twist on traditional pasta, blending creamy sauce with the smoky richness of salmon. Each forkful offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures, making it perfect for date nights or family gatherings. Quick to prepare yet impressively sophisticated, this dish is sure to elevate any meal into a gourmet experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 4 oz smoked salmon, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Β½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti in boiling salted water until al dente. Reserve Β½ cup pasta water before draining.
- In a bowl, whisk together egg yolks, heavy cream, and grated Parmesan until smooth.
- Combine hot spaghetti with smoked salmon in the mixing bowl to gently cook the eggs.
- Pour the sauce over the pasta while tossing; add reserved pasta water as needed for creaminess.
- Season with black pepper and mix in parsley before serving immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
Keywords: For added brightness, consider incorporating capers or lemon zest. Substitute chicken or shrimp for a different protein option.