Pasta alla Gricia

Ingredients

• 54 gSalt
• 400 gPasta
• 250 gGuanciale
• 100 gPecorino
• 2 gPepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook the pasta

   • Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
   • Add the salt to the boiling water.
   • Add the pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions.
2. 2

   Fry the guanciale

   • While the pasta cooks, cut the guanciale into pieces.
   • Heat a pan over medium heat and add the guanciale without extra fat.
   • Fry the guanciale until most of the fat has rendered and the pieces are crispy (about 6–10 minutes).
3. 3

   Combine and serve

   • Drain the cooked pasta, reserving about 2–3 tablespoons of cooking water.
   • Add the pasta to the pan with the guanciale and toss for 1–2 minutes so it absorbs the flavor.
   • Add grated Pecorino and freshly ground black pepper. Add a little cooking water if needed to create a creamy coating. Toss briefly and serve immediately.