ItalianLunchMeat

Amatriciana

Amatriciana is a lunch italian recipe with 347 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.

Calories

347 kcal

Total Time

20 min

Servings

1

Protein

15 g

Ingredients

  • bucatini or spaghetti3.5 oz
  • guanciale, diced2 oz
  • chopped onion.25 cup
  • canned crushed tomatoes.5 cup
  • pinch of red pepper flakesAs needed
  • grated Pecorino Romano cheese2 tbsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    In a skillet, cook diced guanciale until crispy.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Remove the guanciale and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the skillet.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    In the same skillet, sauté chopped onions in the guanciale fat until softened.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Add canned tomatoes and a pinch of red pepper flakes, and simmer for 15-20 minutes.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Cook pasta according to package directions.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet with the sauce.

  7. 7

    Step 7

    Stir in the crispy guanciale and a generous amount of grated Pecorino Romano cheese.

  8. 8

    Step 8

    Serve immediately.

Nutrition Snapshot

Macros and micros at a glance

Calories

347

Protein

15g

Carbs

51g

Fat

8.4g

Fiber

4g

Micronutrients

Iron

2.5 mg

Zinc

2 mg

Sodium

800 mg

Calcium

150 mg

Folate

70 mcg

Magnesium

40 mg

Potassium

500 mg

Vitamin C

10 mg

Vitamin A

100 mcg

Vitamin B12

0.5 mcg

Diet and Allergen Guide

Vegetarian

No

Vegan

No

Gluten Free

No

Dairy Free

No

Allergens

Milk

Meal Prep and Storage

Make it easier to prep ahead

Amatriciana can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Amatriciana

How many calories are in Amatriciana?

Amatriciana has about 347 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.

Is Amatriciana suitable for vegetarians?

No. Amatriciana is not vegetarian as written.

Is Amatriciana gluten-free?

Amatriciana is not reliably gluten-free as written. You can often adapt it with gluten-free swaps if needed.

Are there any allergen ingredients in Amatriciana?

Yes. This recipe includes Milk. Always review ingredient labels if you are cooking for an allergy-sensitive household.

Can I make Amatriciana ahead of time?

Amatriciana can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.

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