Celeriac Carbonara with Pancetta (Printer View)

Spiralised celeriac in creamy Parmesan sauce with crispy pancetta. Gluten-free and low-carb Italian comfort.

# What you'll need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 medium celeriac roots (about 28 oz total), peeled and spiralized

→ Meats

02 - 4.2 oz pancetta or streaky bacon, diced

→ Dairy and Eggs

03 - 2 large eggs
04 - 2 large egg yolks
05 - 2.1 oz freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving
06 - 1 oz unsalted butter

→ Pantry

07 - 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
08 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste
09 - Sea salt to taste

# Method:

01 - Spiralize the celeriac into noodle-like strands and set aside.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced pancetta and cook until crispy, approximately 5 to 7 minutes. Remove pancetta with a slotted spoon and set aside, reserving the rendered fat in the pan.
03 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, egg yolks, grated Parmesan, a generous pinch of black pepper, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
04 - Add butter to the skillet with the reserved pancetta fat and allow it to melt over medium heat. Add spiralized celeriac and sauté for 4 to 6 minutes until tender while maintaining some texture.
05 - Remove the skillet from heat. Immediately add the egg-Parmesan mixture and crispy pancetta to the celeriac. Toss vigorously so the residual heat gently cooks the eggs, creating a creamy sauce that coats the noodles. If needed, add 1 to 2 tablespoons of hot water to achieve desired consistency.
06 - Transfer to serving plates immediately. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and freshly ground black pepper.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Low-Carb & Gluten-Free: A healthy pasta alternative using fresh celeriac noodles.
  • Rich and Authentic: Combines traditional pancetta and Parmesan for a classic carbonara taste.
  • Quick Preparation: A gourmet-style meal that comes together in only 35 minutes.
02 -
  • Al Dente Texture: Sauté the celeriac just until tender-crisp to mimic the texture of traditional pasta.
  • Fresh Ingredients: Use high-quality, freshly grated Parmesan for the best melting properties and flavor.
  • Temperature Control: Whisking the egg mixture thoroughly ensures the sauce coats every strand of the celeriac evenly.
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