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Smoked Salmon Carbonara

A creamy and indulgent dish that's quick and easy to prepare, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy family dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 200 g spaghetti Cook according to package instructions.
  • 100 g smoked salmon, sliced
  • 2 large eggs
  • 100 ml heavy cream
  • 50 g grated Parmesan cheese Use freshly grated for best results.
  • 1 clove garlic, minced Adds flavor and aroma.
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Optional, for garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, cream, and Parmesan cheese.
  3. In a large pan, sauté garlic in a bit of olive oil over medium heat until fragrant.
Cooking
  1. Add the cooked spaghetti to the pan and toss to coat in the garlic oil.
  2. Remove from heat and quickly pour the egg mixture over the pasta, tossing rapidly to avoid scrambling the eggs.
  3. Add smoked salmon and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

For best results, use freshly grated Parmesan. Feel free to add a splash of white wine or a drizzle of lemon juice to elevate the dish.