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Eggless Hand-Shaped Orecchiette: Easy Homemade Pasta

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Eggless hand-shaped orecchiette is a traditional Italian pasta made with simple ingredients, offering a firm texture and perfect shape for holding sauces.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups semolina flour
  • 3/4 cup warm water
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Mix flour and salt, then gradually add water.
  2. Knead into a firm dough for 8–10 minutes.
  3. Let the dough rest for 20–30 minutes.
  4. Roll into thin ropes and cut into small pieces.
  5. Shape each piece into orecchiette using a knife and thumb.
  6. Let pasta dry for 30 minutes.
  7. Cook in boiling salted water for 3–5 minutes.

Notes

  • Use semolina flour for best texture.
  • Keep dough firm, not sticky.
  • Practice shaping for consistency.
  • Freeze for long-term storage.
  • Cook until pasta floats.

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