A quick vegetarian stir-fry with chickpeas, bell peppers, and soy-ginger sauce.

Grilled Chicken caesar salad
Equipment
- 1 Toaster or Toaster oven
- 1 Cutting Board
- 1 Knife
- 1 Fork
Ingredients
- 1 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup croutons
- 1 Lemon wedges optional
- 2 large tomatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl. Mash it with a fork until smooth. Add a squeeze of lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the pancetta or guanciale until crispy. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet with the pancetta. Toss to coat the pasta in the rendered fat. Remove the skillet from heat.
- Quickly pour the egg and cheese mixture into the pasta, tossing vigorously to create a creamy sauce. Add reserved pasta water a little at a time to reach the desired consistency.
- Arrange the sliced tomatoes and mozzarella over the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately.
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