PASTA ALLA ZOZZONA
Pasta alla Zozzona is a rich and flavorful Roman dish that combines the best of Carbonara, Amatriciana, and Cacio e Pepe in one incredible recipe.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes mins
Course Italian Pasta
Cuisine Italian
Ingredients
- 12 oz (340 g) rigatoni pasta
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 4 oz (115 g) guanciale, cut into strips
- 2 pork sausages, casings removed
- 1 ½ cups peeled tomatoes, crushed
- 2 large egg yolks
- ½ cup Pecorino Romano cheese, grated
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
👩🍳 Method
1️⃣ Sauté the Onion & Guanciale- In a large pan over medium heat, add the guanciale and cook until it becomes crispy and golden.
- Remove excess fat if needed, then add the chopped onion and cook until soft and fragrant.
2️⃣ Cook the Sausage- Add the pork sausage (removed from the casing) and break it into small pieces with a spoon.
- Cook until browned and slightly crispy.
3️⃣ Add the Tomatoes- Pour in the peeled tomatoes and let them simmer for about 10-15 minutes until thick and rich.
4️⃣ Cook the Pasta- Meanwhile, cook the rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente.
- Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
5️⃣ Combine Everything- Toss the drained pasta into the sauce, stirring well.
- In a small bowl, whisk together egg yolks and Pecorino Romano cheese.
6️⃣ Finish with a Creamy Touch- Turn off the heat, then slowly stir the egg mixture into the pasta, creating a creamy texture.
- If needed, add reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce.
7️⃣ Season & Serve- Sprinkle with more Pecorino Romano, freshly cracked black pepper, and enjoy hot! 🍝✨
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