Celeriac Carbonara Low Carb Twist (Print)

Spiralized celeriac with creamy Parmesan sauce, crispy pancetta, and Italian flavors in a low-carb twist.

# Components:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 medium celeriac (about 28 ounces total), peeled and spiralised

→ Meats

02 - 4.2 ounces pancetta or streaky bacon, diced

→ Dairy & Eggs

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

→ Pantry

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

# Directions:

01 - Spiralise the celeriac into noodle-like strands. Set aside.
02 - In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the pancetta and cook until crisp, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside, leaving the fat in the skillet.
03 - In a bowl, whisk together eggs, egg yolks, Parmesan, a generous pinch of black pepper, and a pinch of salt.
04 - Add butter to the same skillet and let it melt over medium heat. Add spiralised celeriac and sauté for 4 to 6 minutes until just tender but still retaining some bite.
05 - Remove the skillet from heat. Quickly 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 loosen the sauce.
06 - Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and a twist of black pepper.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • A nutritious, low-carb and gluten-free alternative to traditional spaghetti.
  • Features the perfect balance of salty pancetta and earthy celeriac.
  • Quick enough for a weeknight dinner, taking only 35 minutes from start to finish.
02 -
  • Work quickly once the skillet is removed from the heat to ensure the eggs create a sauce rather than scrambling.
  • Always use freshly grated Parmesan; pre-grated varieties often contain anti-clumping agents that prevent a smooth melt.
  • Tongs are the best tool for tossing the celeriac noodles and ensuring an even distribution of the sauce.
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