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Easy Tuna Carbonara

Easy Tuna Carbonara: Creamy Comfort in Under 30 Minutes

Discover the Easy Tuna Carbonara—creamy, savory, and adaptable for a delightful weeknight dinner in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz spaghetti whole wheat or gluten-free options available
For the Sauce
  • 1 can canned flaked tuna can substitute with fresh tuna or shrimp
  • 2 large eggs ensure they're fresh
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese can substitute with Pecorino Romano
  • 2 tbsp olive oil butter can be used for richer flavor
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced) fresh garlic preferred
Seasoning
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Tuna Carbonara
  1. Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente, around 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti and set it aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the drained canned flaked tuna to the skillet with the sautéed garlic and stir gently for about 2-3 minutes until warmed through.
  4. Toss the cooked spaghetti into the skillet with the garlic and tuna mixture and mix well for about 1 minute.
  5. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth. Remove the skillet from the heat and pour the egg mixture over the pasta, tossing vigorously for about 30 seconds.
  6. Transfer the Easy Tuna Carbonara to serving plates. Sprinkle more Parmesan on top and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for better flavor, and experiment with different proteins for variety. Reserve pasta water for adjusting sauce consistency.

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