What is Fresh Orecchiette? Nutritional Facts, Calories & Taste

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Fresh Orecchiette

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What is Fresh Orecchiette?

Fresh orecchiettes are small rounds of pasta with a cupped shape. When cooked, they have a firm, chewy texture and a fresh flavor.

What does Fresh Orecchiette Taste Like?

Salty

Salty is one of the five main tastes. It has a satisfying and addictive quality with hints of sourness. Salty foods include cheeses, cured meats, chips, and olives. It is used in almost every dish and prepared food. Salt is added to enhance flavor and offer a distinctly salty taste.

Ingredients

semolina

Semolina is a type of wheat flour made specifically from Durum wheat. It is not as fine as an all purpose wheat flour and is coarser and darker, with a yellow cream color. The aroma of this flour is earthy and the flavor is nutty and sweet. Semolina is commonly used in pasta and can be used for breads too. It is most popular in Italy, and is also used around the world.

water

Water is a substance and chemical compound made up of hydrogen and oxygen. It is clear, fluid, flavorless and odorless. Water is a necessity in nearly every aspect of life, including cooking, baking and hydrating the human body. Water can be served as a cold beverage, or at any temperature comfortable to the mouth and skin.

olive oil

Olive oil is extracted from the fresh olive, which grows on a tree. Many olives are needed in the extraction of the oil. This is done by a mechanical process and sometimes by a chemical process, though the mechanical method is highly preferred. Olive oil is a golden color and changes slightly due to whether it is extra virgin, or first cold pressed. The flavor of olive oil depends on how it was processed. Lower quality oils will taste mild, while high quality olive oils will have a robust flavor that is green, or may have a spicy quality. Extra virgin and first cold pressed or preferred. Olive oil lends a depth of flavor to any savory dish.

Fresh Orecchiette Nutritional Facts and Calories

Serving Size: 1 Cup120g

Cup

	Amount Per Serving	% Daily Value
Calories	292kcal	15%
Fats	1g	1%
Sat. fats	0g	0%
Mono. Fats	0g	0%
Trans fats	N/A
Carbs	58g	19%
Sugars	N/A
Fiber	4g	14%
Proteins	11g	14%
Cholesterol	0mg	0%
Sodium	1mg	0%

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Buy Fresh Orecchiette From

De Cecco Orecchiette No. 91 Pasta 16 Oz. Box

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Whole Foods Market, Organic Orecchiette Rigate, 16 Ounce

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Camp'Oro Le Regionali Italian Pasta, Orecchiette, 17.6 Ounce (Pack of 16)

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Camp'Oro Le Regionali Orecchiette Pasta Pack of 4 Bag

^$24⁹⁹

De Cecco Semolina Pasta, Orecchiette No.91, 1 Pound (Pack of 3)

^$16⁹²

Dal Raccolto Pasta - Orecchiette Pugliesi, 1 lb Bag

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much protein is in Fresh Orecchiette?

1 Cup of Fresh Orecchiette contains 11 g of protein.

How many carbs are in Fresh Orecchiette?

1 Cup of Fresh Orecchiette contains 58 g of carbs.

How much fat is in Fresh Orecchiette?

1 Cup of Fresh Orecchiette contains 1 g of fat.

How many calories are in 1 Cup of Fresh Orecchiette?

There are 292 calories in 1 Cup of Fresh Orecchiette.

How many calories are in 1 oz of Fresh Orecchiette?

There are 69 calories in 1 oz of Fresh Orecchiette.

How many calories are in 1 pound of Fresh Orecchiette?

There are 1102 calories in 1 pound of Fresh Orecchiette.

How many calories are in 1 Serving of Fresh Orecchiette?

There are 367 calories in 1 Serving of Fresh Orecchiette.