Orecchiette

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Health score
12%
Orecchiette
40 min.
6
173kcal

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If you're looking for a delightful and satisfying dish that perfectly embodies the essence of Italian cuisine, look no further than homemade Orecchiette. This traditional pasta, meaning "little ears" in Italian, is not only a playful addition to any meal, but it's also a fantastic vegetarian and dairy-free option that everyone can enjoy. In just 40 minutes, you can whip up this delectable dish that serves six, making it ideal for family gatherings or dinner parties.

The beauty of Orecchiette lies in its unique shape, which is perfect for capturing sauces and flavors. The combination of all-purpose and garbanzo flour gives these pasta pieces a delightful, nutty taste that's both hearty and wholesome. Whether you enjoy them as a side dish, appetizer, or even a snack, these little gems are sure to impress your guests and tell a story of culinary tradition. With a calorie count of only 173 per serving, it's a guilt-free indulgence that packs a flavorful punch.

Cooking is all about exploration and excitement, and this Orecchiette recipe invites you to roll up your sleeves and enjoy the art of pasta-making. From mixing the dough to shaping each piece by hand, you’ll find joy in every step. Join me on this culinary adventure and let’s create something truly special that warms the heart and delights the palate.

Ingredients

  •  eggs beaten
  • cup flour all-purpose
  • cup garbanzo flour (or whole-grain flour)
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • pot

Directions

  1. Boil a large pot of salted water.
  2. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, mix the flours and salt. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the eggs.
  3. Whisk them, gradually pulling in flour from the rim, until the mixture comes together into a firm ball of dough.
  4. Turn the dough out onto a well-floured surface and work it until smooth.
  5. With a well-floured hand, pinch off small fingerfuls of dough, roll them between your thumb and forefinger into balls, and press each in the middle to form an indentation. (Toddler fingers are especially well-suited to this task.)
  6. Cook the orecchiette in the boiling water for 1 minute past the point when they rise to the top.
  7. Drain and serve.
  8. Orecchiette can also be made with the semolina egg-noodle dough.

Nutrition Facts

Calories173kcal
Protein17.93%
Fat16.66%
Carbs65.41%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.67
Glycemic Load
17.24
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
8.5608695900959%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:172.55kcal
8.63%
Fat:3.13g
4.82%
Saturated Fat:0.74g
4.65%
Carbohydrates:27.68g
9.23%
Net Carbohydrates:24.95g
9.07%
Sugar:2.26g
2.51%
Cholesterol:64.8mg
21.6%
Sodium:209.89mg
9.13%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.58g
15.17%
Folate:134.29µg
33.57%
Manganese:0.47mg
23.29%
Vitamin B1:0.27mg
18.09%
Selenium:12.08µg
17.26%
Iron:2.1mg
11.69%
Phosphorus:109.5mg
10.95%
Fiber:2.72g
10.89%
Copper:0.22mg
10.86%
Magnesium:38.09mg
9.52%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.16%
Vitamin B3:1.58mg
7.92%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.43%
Potassium:198.07mg
5.66%
Zinc:0.85mg
5.64%
Vitamin B5:0.39mg
3.92%
Vitamin E:0.33mg
2.22%
Vitamin D:0.32µg
2.16%
Calcium:19.99mg
2%
Vitamin B12:0.12µg
1.95%
Vitamin A:94.72IU
1.89%
Vitamin K:1.92µg
1.83%
Source:Epicurious