Guanciale al pepe
Price range: ₱388.50 through ₱425.50
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Guanciale al pepe is a key ingredient for authentic Roman pasta like Carbonara, Amatriciana and Gricia, where its rich, buttery fat renders beautifully to add deep flavor, though it can also be enjoyed as an antipasto or with other dishes.
Guanciale al pepe is a type of Italian cured pork jowl (guanciale) flavored with black pepper, a key ingredient for authentic Roman pasta like Carbonara, Amatriciana and Gricia. This flavorful pork cheek is salted, seasoned with pepper (and sometimes herbs like rosemary / garlic), then aged for months, creating a sweet, savory and robust taste distinct from pancetta.
Classic Pasta Dishes
Cacio e Pepe with Guanciale is a Roman favorite where the creamy Pecorino Romano cheese and bold cracked black pepper perfectly balance the rich, fatty guanciale.
- Pasta alla Gricia:Â Guanciale, Pecorino Romano, and black pepper, highlighting the simplest, most harmonious flavor trio.
- Carbonara:Â Guanciale, eggs, Pecorino and black pepper, where the crisp pork fat and peppery kick complement the creamy egg sauce.
- Amatriciana-inspired dishes:Â Add tomatoes to guanciale and black pepper for a slightly acidic contrast, brightening the richness.
Rice and Risotto Pairings
- Pea or Mushroom Risotto:Â Crispy guanciale adds umami, black pepper elevates sweetness of peas or early mushrooms.
- Cacio e Pepe Rice with Guanciale:Â Melted guanciale fat combines with pepper complements the risotto like texture.
Vegetable and Side Pairings
Pair guanciale al pepe with fresh or roasted vegetables to balance richness:
- Asparagus wrapped in guanciale with peppery finish:Â The tender green ligaments absorb guanciale flavor, while black pepper adds spice.
- Brussels sprouts or spinach sauteed with guanciale:Â Bitter greens counteract pork fat and the pepper adds dept.
Breakfast and Snack Ideas
Guanciale and black pepper are excellent in morning dishes:
- Soft-scrambled eggs with guanciale and pepper:Â The crisp meat contrasts the creamy eggs, providing a hearty, flavorful start to the day.
- Guanciale crisps as a topping for sandwiches, avocado toast or even baked potatoes with sprinkle of black pepper.
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