Spring Dinner Gnocchi Carbonara
Gnocchi Carbonara is a super easy and comforting dish that uses fluffy and pillowy gnocchi tossed with a classic carbonara sauce. It's rich, salty, creamy and so delicious!
Ingredients
- 1.1 lbs gnocchi (500g)
- 2 medium egg yolks
- 0.5 cup Pecorino Romano finely grated
- 0.5 cup Guanciale (100g), good quality pancetta can also be used
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2-3 tbsp reserved pasta water
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Fry the guanciale in a large skillet or frying pan until golden and crispy.
- Mix the egg yolks, Pecorino Romano, and black pepper in a small bowl until a thick paste consistency is reached.
- Add a splash of reserved pasta water to the egg yolk mixture and mix to loosen and emulsify.
- Once the gnocchi are floating, remove them with a slotted spoon and add to the skillet with the guanciale.
- Pour the egg mixture into the skillet and toss with the gnocchi until thoroughly coated.
- Serve immediately in bowls with more black pepper and grated cheese.
Notes
Gnocchi Carbonara is a super easy and comforting dish that uses fluffy and pillowy gnocchi tossed with a classic carbonara sauce. It's rich, salty, creamy and so delicious!