
I made [Real Carbonara Risotto] using domestically grown white rice.
I prepared about 2/3 of a bowl of rice,
and gently wash it under running water until the water runs clear.

I also toasted the [pepper] over low heat.

Guanciale: I cooked it until nicely crisp.
I set aside the meat fat and meat for toppings.

1 whole egg + 3 egg yolks + Pecorino (I used [Reggiano]) + toasted pepper + [Guanciale] fat
I mixed the ingredients well to make the sauce.

Sauté the washed raw rice in [Guanciale] fat.
This process of toasting the rice first is called 'Tostatura'.

Do not cook the rice in the fat for too long.
When it becomes slightly translucent, add a little hot water and keep stirring,
cooking slowly over medium heat.

Taste the rice occasionally, and when it reaches your desired doneness, turn off the heat!

Add the prepared egg sauce.



The [Real Carbonara Risotto] is complete!



Compared to the one made with [Bacon], the risotto made with [Guanciale] definitely has a richer, nuttier flavor and a more pronounced porky umami.


It was so delicious that I ate it all.