Jul 14 2026
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Alla Chitarra Orecchiette Recipe

Inspired by Forepaugh's Restaurant
Time1h 30m
Serves4

Make Alla Chitarra Orecchiette Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Pasta Dough

Orecchiette Sauce

Method

Pasta Dough Preparation

  1. 1

    Combine Dry Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, semolina flour, and salt. Mix well until evenly combined.

  2. 2

    Add Eggs

    Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and crack the eggs into the well. Start mixing the flour into the eggs with a fork until it begins to form a dough.

  3. 3

    Knead the Dough

    Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. If the dough is too dry, add water a tablespoon at a time.

  4. 4

    Rest the Dough

    Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest for at least 30 minutes at room temperature.

Orecchiette Formation

  1. 5

    Roll and Cut the Dough

    After resting, divide the dough into quarters. Roll out one quarter into a thin sheet, about 1/8 inch thick. Use a knife or pasta cutter to cut it into small squares (about 1 inch).

  2. 6

    Shape Orecchiette

    Take each square and use your thumb to press down in the center to form a small cup-like shape. This creates the characteristic orecchiette shape.

Cooking Orecchiette

  1. 7

    Boil Water

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.

  2. 8

    Cook Orecchiette

    Add the shaped orecchiette to the boiling water and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until they float to the surface and are tender.

  3. 9

    Drain Pasta

    Once cooked, drain the orecchiette and set aside.

Sauce Preparation

  1. 10

    Sauté Garlic

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

  2. 11

    Add Cherry Tomatoes

    Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook until they start to burst and release their juices, about 5-7 minutes.

  3. 12

    Combine with Orecchiette

    Add the drained orecchiette to the skillet, along with fresh basil, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through.

  4. 13

    Serve

    Plate the orecchiette and top with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

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