Egusi Carbonara
Egusi Carbonara is a fusion dish that combines the rich flavors of Nigerian Egusi soup with the creamy goodness of Italian carbonara. This unique recipe is a delightful twist on two classic dishes, creating a comforting and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 cup egusi seeds
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 4 slices of bacon, chopped
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a dry skillet, toast the egusi seeds over medium heat until fragrant, then grind them into a fine powder using a blender or food processor.
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and set aside, leaving the bacon fat in the skillet.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the bacon fat and sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in the ground egusi seeds and cook for 2-3 minutes, then pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Reduce the heat and stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta with the egusi carbonara sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then sprinkle the crispy bacon on top before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 450
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Protein
- 25g
- Fat
- 28g
Supplies
Skillet Blender or food processor
Tools
Spatula Pasta pot
Serving suggestions
Serve the Egusi Carbonara with a side of garlic bread and a fresh green salad for a complete and satisfying meal.
Tips & tricks
For a vegetarian version, you can substitute the bacon with sautéed mushrooms for a delicious twist on this fusion dish.
Cost
$15