Wow, this was one of the first ever recipes on my blog! So four years later in 2018, I thought it was time to update my gluten free spaghetti carbonara recipe. It’s now low FODMAP and dairy free too.
So much has changed in the 5 years since I started my blog – even this recipe! But my love for a good gluten free spaghetti carbonara certainly hasn’t. So here’s the newly updated version…
When I first posted this recipe, I was still wading my way through post-University jobs and wondering how the hell Uni was supposed to prepare me for the real world.
I mean, going from 10 contact hours a week, getting up at midday and drinking on a Sunday night doesn’t exactly instil that ever-employable quality in you: responsibility.
But nevertheless, I still managed to post a recipe like this one every now and then after coming home from work after a successful day of not getting the sack.
And my gluten free spaghetti carbonara recipe was born back then from those exact circ*mstances!
I’d come home and need a bit of cheering up, but not by something that would leave loads of washing up.
This meal honestly tastes like what you’d get in a fancy restaurant, but it’s as simple as boiling pasta, mixing up a sauce and combining the two. Simple!
Fortunately, in 5 years of my food blog my life has changed a lot and now, recipe creation and being a ‘social influencer’ (hate that term) is now my career. Funny how things change!
But one thing hasn’t changed – after a hard day’s work I just want a meal that’s convenient, quick and tastes bloody awesome. So that’s why I just had to come back and update this recipe and take some nice, new photos.
What do you think?!
Anyway, I think it’s about time I showed you how to make my gluten free spaghetti carbonara recipe!
Gluten Free Spaghetti Carbonara Recipe (low FODMAP, dairy free)
SERVINGS: 2
Ingredients
- 200g gluten free spaghetti
- 3 large eggs
- 3-4 tbsp garlic infused oil great for low FODMAP
- 120g pancetta chopped
- fresh chives chopped finely
- 75g cheese Parmesan is ideal and also low FODMAP but if dairy free, a strong flavoured DF cheese will work fine too, grated
- salt and pepper
- extra cheese for serving
Instructions
Boil some slightly salted water and add your gluten free spaghetti to cook. I usually cook mine for around 10 minutes but it depends how you like the pasta. (With gluten free pasta I also swirl the pasta around from time to time whilst cooking to ensure it doesn't clump together)
Whilst your pasta is cooking, crack your eggs into a jug, season them with salt and pepper and then add in your grated cheese.
Then put your garlic oil in your pan, allow it to heat up and add your pancetta. Cook for about 5 minutes until the pancetta starts to crisp up a little and smells amazing.
Once the pasta is cooked, drain it but leave a little bit of the pasta water too. (You will need some of the water!)
Add your gluten free spaghetti to the pan, try and coat it evenly in all the oils from the pancetta and the garlic oil.
Take your pan off of the heat and add a couple of tbsp of the pasta water, mix it in briefly. Then pour in your egg and cheese mix. The fact the pan is no longer on the heat in important as it will stop the eggs from scrambling. But make sure you keep moving the egg mixture around and tossing the spaghetti into it to coat evenly.
You may add a little more pasta water if you want it slightly more moist, but make sure it doesn't get too wet.
Finish by seasoning with salt and pepper as well as some freshly chopped chives.
Serve immediately with some extra grated cheese on top. Enjoy!
Thanks for reading how to make my gluten free spaghetti carbonara recipe!If you make it, I’d love to see how it turns out. So absolutely make sure that you send me a pic using my social media links below…
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Thanks for reading,
Becky xxx
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Gluten-Free Recipe
FAQs
Pasta made with gluten-free types of flour, for example, may be a low-FODMAP choice. Gluten-free pasta made from rice, corn, quinoa, or chickpeas is generally low-FODMAP in moderate servings.
Can lactose intolerant eat carbonara? ›
Lactose-free pasta carbonara is a delicious alternative for those suffering from lactose intolerance. To prepare the creamy sauce, you can use pecorino cheese (which is naturally Lactose-free), and for the guanciale it is important to check the ingredients for lactose.
Is Barilla gluten free pasta low FODMAP? ›
Barilla Gluten Free Pasta is low FODMAP by ingredient and tastes pretty good too. Make sure you avoid any gluten-free pastas made with soy flour or lupin flour while in the elimination phase.
What kind of pasta is FODMAP friendly? ›
Low FODMAP Pasta Brands
Barilla — This one is pretty easy to find in your regular grocery store. It's made mostly of corn and rice flour and has a pretty good taste and texture. Ronzoni — Their gluten free pasta is made from rice, corn, and quinoa.
Why does gluten-free pasta upset my stomach? ›
Many gluten free foods contain refined starches like corn, potato and tapioca starch as well as soy, oat or rice flour. All of these can cause issues, especially symptoms of gas and bloating.
Can you eat Parmesan cheese on FODMAP diet? ›
Parmesan cheese – Parmesan cheese contains 0 grams of lactose per 100 grams and therefore is low FODMAP. The recommended serving size is 40 grams.
What can I replace cheese with in carbonara? ›
Parmesan Cheese: Parmesan cheese is a common substitute for pecorino in carbonara. It offers a salty and nutty flavor profile that complements the dish well. You can use it as a one-to-one replacement for pecorino. Grana Padano: Grana Padano is another hard Italian cheese that is similar to Pa.
Does carbonara contain milk? ›
I'm not going to pretend to you that this is an authentic carbonara recipe, as traditional carbonara contains both dairy (in the pecorino cheese) & eggs. However, what I can promise you is a dairy-free carbonara that is so CREAMY & DELICIOUSLY TASTY that you won't even care if it is traditional or not!
Does carbonara contain dairy? ›
Absolutely not. Carbonara sauce is creamy because of the tempered eggs used to make the sauce. There should be no cream or butter in the recipe. Traditionally, carbonara has parmesan or pecorino cheese in the sauce, but this recipe does not include it.
Can you eat gluten-free pasta if you have IBS? ›
“People with Celiac disease need to eliminate all gluten-containing products from their diet, but we're seeing that a gluten-free diet and gluten-free products can actually help people who have various digestive concerns as well, including people who have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or even Crohn's or colitis, which ...
Here are some low FODMAP mayonnaise brands to check out:
- Sir Kensington's Classic Mayonnaise.
- Primal Kitchen Real Mayonnaise With Avocado Oil.
- Chosen Foods Classic Mayo.
Prego Sensitive: similar to Rao's, Prego made a Sensitive Marinara without any garlic or onion. This seems to be pretty easy to find in most grocery stores. Classico Light Alfredo is likely Low FODMAP at one serving size (¼ cup). It does not contain any garlic and/or onion.
Is oatmeal OK for low FODMAP? ›
Oats can be a low FODMAP breakfast option during the low FODMAP phase. If you choose rolled oats, start with a ½ cup serving size and then test your tolerance level. If you want instant oats use a ¼ cup serving size, and mix them with rice flakes or quinoa flakes for a larger hot breakfast.
Are tomatoes high in FODMAP? ›
Let's take a look at the FODMAP friendly amounts in fresh tomatoes: Common tomato - these are often found all year round and are a staple ingredient in many households. Half a small tomato (65g) is considered low FODMAP, but once you hit over 75g, they do become moderate to high FODMAP.
What ingredients in spaghetti can trigger IBS? ›
Even if you don't have celiac disease, you may have difficulty eating foods made with gluten-containing grains. That could be because they contain fructans, a type of FODMAP that is bothersome for many people with IBS. Gluten-containing foods include many popular items like pasta, bread, and baked goods.
Is gluten-free pasta easy on the stomach? ›
For many people, gluten-free pasta is easily digested and offers many health benefits even if they are able to eat gluten, because it's always good to add variety into a healthy diet.
Is gluten-free flour OK for FODMAP diet? ›
Gluten is not a FODMAP and therefore does not necessarily mean that the flour will be low in FODMAPs. However, gluten-free foods are often low in the FODMAP fructans. You can purchase flours from gluten-free brands that use a mixture of low flours, such as rice flour, potato, and tapioca starch.
Which gluten-free flour is low FODMAP? ›
Buckwheat is naturally gluten-free and is also low FODMAP. A serving of 100 gram (2/3 cup) buckwheat flour is low FODMAP.
