Authentic Bucatini alla Gricia Recipe

Name: Authentic Bucatini alla Gricia Recipe
Total time: 40 mins
Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) package bucatini pasta; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 10 ounces guanciale (cured pork cheek), cut into strips; 4 tablespoons finely grated Pecorino Romano cheese, or more to taste; freshly ground black pepper to taste

Bucatini alla Gricia is a classic Roman pasta dish known for its rich flavor and simple ingredients. Originally a humble meal, it's now a beloved favorite. This easy recipe is ideal for impromptu gatherings or when your fridge is nearly empty.

Total time40 mins
Prep time15 mins
Cook time25 mins
Yield4

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Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) package bucatini pasta
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
10 ounces guanciale (cured pork cheek), cut into strips
4 tablespoons finely grated Pecorino Romano cheese, or more to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add bucatini pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until al dente.
While the pasta cooks, heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over low heat. Add guanciale and cook slowly for 8-10 minutes until crispy and golden brown, rendering its fat.
Drain the bucatini, reserving some of the pasta water.
Transfer the cooked bucatini to the skillet with the guanciale. Finish cooking the pasta in the pan juices, adding pasta water as needed until it reaches the desired consistency. Stir in Pecorino Romano cheese and season generously with black pepper. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 795 kcal
Fat Content: 39 g
Fiber Content: 3 g
Sugar Content: 0 g
Sodium Content: 680 mg
Protein Content: 25 g
Cholesterol Content: 55 mg
Carbohydrate Content: 84 g
Saturated Fat Content: 13 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g