Carbonara Risotto

Carbonara risotto is a delicious variation of the classic Roman dish, pasta alla carbonara.

This alternative recipe offers a perfect combination of creaminess, flavor, and texture, thanks to the use of Carnaroli rice, crispy guanciale, egg yolks, and pecorino cheese.

By following the steps listed below, you’ll prepare a main course perfect for a special dinner and for all those occasions when you want to impress your guests.

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Carbonara Risotto
  • Difficulty: Medium
  • Cost: Medium
  • Preparation time: 10 Minutes
  • Portions: 4
  • Cooking methods: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Seasonality: All seasons

Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups Carnaroli rice
  • 5.3 oz guanciale
  • 4 egg yolks
  • 3.5 oz pecorino cheese
  • 2 tbsps extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 1/4 cups vegetable broth
  • Half shallot
  • to taste black pepper

Tools

  • Pan
  • Pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Steps

  • Let’s start by preparing the vegetable broth in a small pot and keeping it warm over low heat.

    Cut the guanciale into cubes or strips and place it in a non-stick pan without adding oil. Cook it over medium heat until crispy and golden.

    Take a bowl and beat the yolks with pecorino, salt, and black pepper until you get a smooth mixture, which you will set aside.

    carbonara risotto
  • In a large pot, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped shallot and lightly sauté until it becomes transparent.

  • Add the rice and toast it for a few minutes, stirring continuously with a wooden spoon.

  • Pour a ladle of hot broth into the rice and stir until the broth is absorbed.

    Continue to add the broth, one ladle at a time, stirring constantly and waiting for it to be absorbed before adding more.

  • As soon as the risotto is ready, remove it from the heat and add the egg mixture.

    Mix quickly and then add the guanciale.

    Plate and serve immediately!

    Enjoy your risotto!

Storage and Tips …

Store in the fridge in an airtight container

You can replace guanciale with smoked bacon.

Consume within one day

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