Description
Homemade pici pasta is surprisingly simple. This step-by-step guide shows you how to make this hearty Tuscan favorite from scratch.
Ingredients
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- 14 oz (397 g) all purpose flour
- 4 oz (113 g) semolina
- 7 fl oz (207 ml) water
- 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Making the Pici Pasta Dough
- In a large mixing bowl, add all-purpose flour and create a well in the center.
- Gradually pour water into the well, incorporating the flour using circular motions with your fingers or a fork.
- Once mostly combined, add olive oil and a pinch of salt.
- Knead the mixture in the bowl until a consistent mass is formed.
- Continue kneading on a flat surface for about 5 minutes, forming a smooth, round, leaf-like shape.
- Cover the dough with a cotton cloth or plastic wrap and let it rest for approximately 30 minutes.
- Rolling and Shaping the Pici
- After resting, flatten the dough gently with your hand, then roll it out to 1/4 inch thick using a rolling pin.
- Traditional Method: Using a sharp knife, slice the rolled pasta into 1/4 inch wide lengths. Roll each strip on your work surface using your palms to create a rounded shape.
- Rolling Pin with Grooves Method: If using a grooved rolling pin, press it onto the rolled-out pasta to create grooves. Separate the strips and optionally roll them gently for a more rounded appearance.
- Ensure your work surface is well-dusted with semolina flour to prevent sticking. Lightly dust the shaped pici with semolina to prevent sticking.
- Cooking the Pici Pasta
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add about 2 teaspoons of salt.
- Carefully add the pici to the boiling water and cook for approximately 5 minutes, or until they rise to the surface and are al dente.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use 00 flour instead of all-purpose flour.
- If the dough is too sticky, add a tablespoon of flour at a time until it comes together.
- To speed up the process, use a pasta machine to roll and shape the pici.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 500
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 70
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 10
- Cholesterol: 10