Description
Hearty Roman Classic Amatriciana pasta brings robust flavors of guanciale and pecorino cheese to life with rustic Italian charm. Spicy tomato sauce and crispy pork create a delicious symphony that captures the essence of traditional Roman cuisine you’ll savor with each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 ounces (56 grams) guanciale, cut into 1-inch squares
Pasta and Base:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) bucatini pasta
- 4 ounces (113 grams) strained tomatoes (Pomi or similar)
Seasonings and Finishing Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- 1 clove garlic, crushed
- Kosher salt
- Pinch red pepper flakes
- 1 small block pecorino (for grating)
Instructions
- Prepare a 2-quart pot with water and bring to a rolling boil, seasoning generously with kosher salt.
- Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium temperature, carefully rendering guanciale until achieving a golden, crispy texture approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Introduce minced garlic to the rendered guanciale, allowing it to release aromatic notes for roughly 30 seconds.
- Pour strained tomatoes and sprinkle red pepper flakes into the pan, allowing the mixture to gently simmer and reduce for 10-12 minutes until sauce reaches a slightly thickened consistency.
- Simultaneously, submerge bucatini into boiling salted water, cooking until perfectly al dente according to package guidelines.
- Strain pasta, preserving a cup of starchy cooking liquid, then transfer noodles directly into the robust tomato and guanciale sauce.
- Thoroughly coat pasta with sauce, incorporating reserved pasta water if needed to create a silky, clinging texture.
- Generously shower freshly grated pecorino across the dish, tossing to distribute evenly.
- Plate immediately, finishing with an elegant drizzle of olive oil and additional pecorino romano for enhanced flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Select high-quality guanciale for an authentic, rich flavor profile that elevates the entire dish.
- Use freshly grated pecorino romano cheese for maximum taste and a more vibrant, creamy texture.
- Keep pasta water handy to adjust sauce consistency, ensuring a perfectly silky and well-coated pasta.
- Experiment with heat levels by adjusting red pepper flakes to match personal spice preferences without overwhelming the classic recipe.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 23g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 25mg