Low FODMAP Stovetop Easy

Low FODMAP Pasta Carbonara

Creamy, indulgent pasta carbonara made low FODMAP with lactose-free cream and gluten-free pasta. Ready in under 30 minutes.

Prep Time
10m
Cook Time
15m
Total Time
25m
Servings
4
Low FODMAP Pasta Carbonara

Instructions

  1. 1

    Beat the eggs in a bowl and set aside.

  2. 2

    Cook the bacon in a small frying pan over medium-high heat for 5 minutes until soft and brown.

  3. 3

    Add the cooked bacon and grated Parmesan to the beaten eggs. Mix well.

  4. 4

    Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente according to package directions.

  5. 5

    Drain the pasta, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water, then return pasta to the pot.

  6. 6

    Immediately add the lactose-free cream and chives, stirring to combine.

  7. 7

    Remove from heat and immediately add the egg mixture, stirring constantly until the egg is cooked but not scrambled (the residual heat cooks the eggs into a creamy sauce).

  8. 8

    Add pasta water a tablespoon at a time if sauce is too thick.

  9. 9

    Divide among four bowls and top with shaved Parmesan and plenty of black pepper.

FODMAP Notes

Uses lactose-free cream to eliminate lactose. Aged Parmesan is naturally very low in lactose due to the aging process. Chives are low FODMAP (green parts only). Use certified gluten-free pasta.

Tips

  • 💡 Work quickly when adding the egg mixture - the pasta must be hot enough to cook the eggs
  • 💡 Never add the eggs while the pan is on heat or you'll get scrambled eggs
  • 💡 Use pancetta or guanciale for more authentic Italian flavor
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Recipe Notes

Carbonara is the ultimate comfort pasta - creamy, rich, and satisfying. This low FODMAP version uses lactose-free cream and aged Parmesan (which is naturally low in lactose) to create that silky sauce without the digestive distress.

Substitutions

  • Cream: Lactose-free milk works but sauce will be thinner
  • Bacon: Use pancetta for more authentic flavor
  • Pasta: Any gluten-free long pasta works well

Storage

  • Refrigerator: Best eaten fresh, but leftovers keep 1-2 days
  • Reheating: Add a splash of lactose-free cream when reheating to restore creaminess

FODMAP Stacking Note

This recipe is portion-controlled for low FODMAP at one serving. The chives and Parmesan are naturally low FODMAP in these quantities.

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