Capunti
Capunti is a kind pasta that resembles an empty open pea pod. Because it is made entirely by hand, it has a beautifully rustic look to it.
Add <quantity>500<unit>g</unit></quantity> of semolina rimacinata flour to a bowl. Make a well and add <quantity>225<unit>ml</unit></quantity> of water
Stir with a fork from the center to start incorporating the water
Mix dough with hands until the water is completely absorbed
Mix the dough until it completely comes together
Remove dough from bowl. Knead for 5m until dough forms a ball
Wrap in plastic and let it rest for 10m at room temperature to relax
Knead again until the surface is smooth
Wrap in plastic and rest for at least 30m at room temperature. The semolina pasta dough is ready
Cut the Semolina Pasta Dough into <quantity>½<unit>in</unit></quantity> thick strips
Roll out each strip until it is about <quantity>¼<unit>in</unit></quantity> in diameter
Cut the dough into <quantity>1½<unit>in</unit></quantity> pieces
Place <quantity>3</quantity> fingers at the far end of each piece. Pull the dough towards you, while applying pressure downwards. Stop halfway through
Lightly dust with semolina rimacinata flour
Bring a pot of water to a boil
Add salt to taste
Add the capunti to the boiling water. Cook until they float to the surface. Remove from the water. The capunti is ready
Add your favorite sauce and enjoy!
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