Homemade Semolina Pasta Dough
Ingredients
- 115 g00 flour
or all-purpose flour
- 100 gsemolina flour
- 2whole eggs
- 1egg yolk
- ½ tspsea salt
finely ground
Directions
Making the dough
- 1
Mix the two flours on a clean surface or in a large bowl.*
- 2
Make a well in the center and add the salt, 2 eggs, and egg yolk.
- 3
Begin whisking the eggs with a fork. Once they're mixed, slowly move the fork outward to catch flour and start blending it in.
- 4
Once all the egg has been combine with flour, start working it into a dough with your hands. It will be crumbly at first.
- 5
Knead for 5-10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- 6
Cover the dough with plastic and let it rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.**
Rolling & cutting the dough
- 1
Divide the rested dough into wedges. Cover all but one.
- 2
On a lightly floured surface shape one wedge into a rectangle and begin to roll it out with a floured rolling pin.
- 3
Once it's a long rectangle, fold it up like a letter and turn it sideways so the smooth edges are on the sides.
- 4
Roll it until it's thin enough to feed through the widest setting on your pasta machine.
- 5
Lightly flour the pasta machine and dough and start feeding it through. Run it through the widest setting twice, then through progressively narrower settings at least once. Keep the surface floured.
- 6
When the pasta is your ideal thinness (2 or 3), then run it through the cutting attachment on your pasta machine, or use a knife. For noodles, flour the dough generously and gently fold up before slicing noodles. For lasagna, simply slice the sheets into desired lengths.
Cooking the pasta
- 1
Bring a pot of generously salted water to a rapid boil.
- 2
Drop in the pasta and cook for 90 seconds to 3 minutes, checking early for doneness.
- 3
Toss with sauce as desired. There is NO need to cook noodles first if making lasagna.
Drying/storing pasta
- 1
To dry it, flour the noodles very generously to prevent sticking and coil into nests on a baking sheet. OR, hang from a drying rack. Once completely dry, store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.
- 2
To freeze, generously flour and shape into nests then freeze on a baking sheet. Once frozen transfer to a storage bag or container in the freezer for up to 2 months.
- 3
You can also store dough or cut noodles (well floured!) in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Homemade Semolina Pasta Dough
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About this Recipe
Craving the unparalleled taste and texture of fresh, homemade pasta? This easy-to-follow recipe for Homemade Semolina Pasta Dough brings that authentic Italian experience straight to your kitchen, yielding a tender noodle with a satisfying bite that's leagues beyond anything from a box.
Why This Recipe Works: The secret lies in a carefully balanced blend of semolina flour and 00 flour (or versatile all-purpose flour). This combination creates a dough that's both incredibly sturdy, preventing mushiness when cooked, and wonderfully tender. Enriched with two whole eggs and an extra egg yolk, this dough achieves a depth of flavor and a beautiful golden hue, making it incredibly pliable and a joy to work with. It's designed to be robust enough for hearty lasagna layers yet delicate enough for elegant filled pasta.
What to Expect: You'll embark on a truly rewarding culinary journey, transforming a few simple pantry staple ingredients into a gorgeous, smooth dough. The resulting fresh pasta will boast a truly exceptional texture – tender enough to melt in your mouth, yet with that distinctive al dente chew that defines perfectly cooked pasta. Each serving, approximately 280 calories, promises a satisfying and flavorful foundation for your favorite Italian dishes, providing about 3/4 pound of delicious fresh pasta ready for your next culinary adventure.
Customization & Variations: No 00 flour in your pantry? No problem! All-purpose flour works beautifully as a substitute, ensuring you can still achieve fantastic results. This versatile dough is perfect for shaping into a myriad of pasta forms: think broad sheets for decadent lasagna, intricate ravioli or tortellini for a special meal, or simply elegant strands to toss with your favorite sauce.
Serving & Context: This fresh semolina pasta dough is the ultimate canvas for any dinner occasion. It's the perfect choice for a cozy family meal or an impressive dinner party, pairing beautifully with rich meat sauces, vibrant pestos, or delicate seafood preparations. Embrace the simple pleasure of serving truly homemade pasta.