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Creamy Miso Carbonara Recipe with Crispy Pancetta and Nori

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A unique fusion of Italian comfort and Japanese flair, this creamy miso carbonara combines salty umami miso, smoky pancetta, and subtle oceanic nori flakes for a rich and flavorful homemade pasta dish.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz (340 g) spaghetti
  • 6 oz (170 g) pancetta, diced
  • 4 large egg yolks, room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons white miso paste
  • 1 cup (about 100 g) Parmesan cheese, finely grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 full nori sheets, torn into flakes
  • Salt, for pasta water and seasoning

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil (about 4 quarts/3.8 liters). Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente, usually 8–10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup (240 ml) of pasta water before draining.
  2. While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced pancetta and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden and crisp, about 6–8 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside, leaving rendered fat in the pan.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together egg yolks, white miso paste, and grated Parmesan until smooth and creamy.
  4. Add minced garlic to the pancetta fat in the skillet and gently cook over low heat for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  5. Add drained spaghetti directly into the skillet with pancetta and garlic. Toss to coat pasta in the flavorful fat. Remove from heat.
  6. Slowly pour the egg and miso mixture over the pasta, tossing vigorously with tongs or a fork. Add reserved pasta water a little at a time to loosen the sauce and create a silky, creamy coating.
  7. Add freshly cracked black pepper to taste and toss in the crispy pancetta. Tear nori sheets into flakes and sprinkle over the top, folding gently.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and black pepper if desired.

Notes

Remove pan from heat before adding egg mixture to prevent scrambling. Use reserved pasta water gradually to adjust sauce consistency. For dairy-free, substitute Parmesan with nutritional yeast or vegan cheese. For gluten-free, use rice or chickpea pasta. Crispy pancetta adds texture; be patient cooking it on medium heat.

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Keywords: miso carbonara, creamy pasta, pancetta, nori, homemade pasta, easy dinner, umami pasta, quick pasta recipe

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