Kimchi Carbonara Pasta

Steps

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1. 1
   Whisk together the egg, Parmesan cheese, and heavy cream to make a rich sauce base; set aside.
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2. 2
   Pan-fry the sliced pork belly until fragrant and slightly crispy, releasing its fat.
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3. 3
   Add the kimchi and stir-fry together with the pork belly so the tangy, spicy flavors meld with the rendered fat.
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4. 4
   Cook the spaghetti in a separate pot until done, drain, then toss it into the pan with the pork and kimchi.
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5. 5
   Remove from heat, pour in the prepared egg-cheese-cream mixture, and quickly toss with the residual heat to emulsify the sauce evenly over the noodles; season with salt and pepper.
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6. 6
   Plate the pasta and finish with extra Parmesan, black pepper, nori strips, and chopped scallion before serving.
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