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Miso Carbonara

Miso Carbonara Magic: Creamy Fusion Pasta in Minutes

Discover the delightful fusion of Italian carbonara with Japanese miso in this Miso Carbonara recipe that delivers creamy richness in every bite.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: PASTA
Cuisine: Italian, Japanese
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz Spaghetti Opt for whole wheat for added fiber
For the Sauce
  • 6 oz Thick Bacon Can be swapped with pancetta or turkey bacon
  • 3 tbsp Miso Paste Essential for umami flavor
  • 2 whole Eggs Crucial for creamy texture
  • 2 yolk Egg Yolks Creates a richer sauce
  • 1 cup Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese Substitute with Pecorino Romano if desired
  • 1 tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper For aroma and flavor
For the Flavor
  • 1 tsp Red Chili Flakes Adjust to spice tolerance
  • 0.5 cup Hot Reserved Pasta Water Vital for emulsifying the sauce
For Garnish
  • 2 tbsp Green Parsley Chopped finely for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve at least ½ cup of hot pasta water before draining.
  2. In a large skillet, cook thick bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove excess fat, leaving about one tablespoon, then stir in red chili flakes and turn off the heat.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together miso paste, eggs, and egg yolks, followed by Parmigiano Reggiano until well blended. Gradually whisk in reserved hot pasta water until smooth.
  4. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the bacon. Toss to coat the pasta with bacon fat.
  5. Off the heat, pour the creamy miso sauce over the pasta. Mix thoroughly to coat.
  6. Plate your Miso Carbonara and garnish with extra cheese and finely chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 22gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 210mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Reserve at least ½ cup of hot pasta water for a creamy sauce consistency.

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