FRESH PASTA TAGLIATELLE WITH A CITRUS AROMA.
Symphony of flavors: lemon and orange-scented tagliatelle.
The intoxicating aroma of citrus envelops your taste buds with a fresh and light first course: lemon and orange-scented tagliatelle. An explosion of flavor that celebrates the simplicity of seasonal ingredients, in a perfect union between the delicacy of lemon and the sweetness of orange.
A touch of freshness on the table
The fresh pasta tagliatelle with lemon and orange aroma are a real breath of fresh air on the table. The pasta, prepared with fresh eggs flavored with essential oils of orange and lemon, and citrus peels, pairs perfectly with a simple and light seasoning. A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, a pinch of salt and pepper, and you’re done! Alternatively, we can add goat cheese to the seasoning, to give it more flavor, as you will see in the recipe I have proposed
A versatile idea for any occasion
They are a versatile dish that adapts to various occasions. Perfect for a light lunch or a family dinner, they are an original idea also for a buffet or an aperitif. Slightly savory and fragrant, these tagliatelle will conquer even the most refined palates.
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 4 people
- Cooking methods: Boiling, Stove
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
- Energy 413.98 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 55.21 (g) of which sugars 1.14 (g)
- Proteins 19.69 (g)
- Fat 14.17 (g) of which saturated 7.04 (g)of which unsaturated 5.16 (g)
- Fibers 1.62 (g)
- Sodium 345.36 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 135 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients
- 3 eggs
- 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup semolina flour
- 1 drop lemon essential oil (edible)
- 1 drop orange essential oil (edible)
- to taste salt
- 1 egg yolk
- 3.5 oz goat cheese (fresh)
- 10 sprigs chives
- 1 tbsp poppy seeds
- to taste extra virgin olive oil
Tools
shopping tips:
- Wooden Pastry Board Birch Wood Pastry Board for Kneading 75 x 50 CM made in Italy
- Mixer G3 Ferrari Stand Mixer with Pasta Roller 10&Lode G20113, 1500 W, 10 Liters, Stainless Steel, 6 speeds, Black/Steel
- Knife
Steps
Prepare the pasta: Put the sifted flour in the stand mixer, add a pinch of salt and add 2 eggs, one yolk, and the grated zest of lemon and orange. In the remaining egg white, put the essential oils, mix and add it to the mixture. If it turns out too hard, add a little warm water, otherwise, add flour if it’s too soft. Let the dough rest, covered with plastic wrap for about 30 minutes in the refrigerator
Roll out the dough with the pasta roller, to a thickness of about 1/8 inch. Fold the dough over itself then cut it to obtain tagliatelle. Boil the pasta in salted boiling water for a few minutes.
Then drain and season hot, in a pan with a drizzle of oil or butter and goat cheese cut into chunks, if necessary add a little cooking water to facilitate the melting of the cheese, mix. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese, chopped chives, and poppy seeds, serve.
Storage, Variations, Tips on fresh pasta tagliatelle with a citrus aroma
For a crunchy touch to the fresh pasta tagliatelle with a citrus aroma, add toasted pine nuts or golden breadcrumbs to the dressing. If you prefer a more intense taste, use citrus juice to prepare a creamy sauce. Lemon and orange-scented tagliatelle can be stored in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.
What is the cooking time for the tagliatelle?
A few minutes, as soon as they float to the surface in the boiling water you should drain and season them
