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Kawdi (Mini Pasta)

Cultural Context

Kawdi, or mini pasta, is a versatile dish popular in Italian cuisine. It is often enjoyed as a quick meal, suitable for both lunch and dinner. The dish can be customized with various vegetables and seasonings, making it a favorite among families for its simplicity and adaptability. Traditionally, it showcases the Italian love for pasta, emphasizing fresh ingredients and straightforward preparation.

ItalianITmain
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup all-purpose flour
¼ tsp salt
Water (as needed to knead a tight dough)
2 tbsp oil
1 inch ginger (finely chopped)
3 garlic cloves (finely chopped)
1 green chilli (chopped)
1 medium onion (chopped)
⅓ cup masoor dal (washed, not soaked)
1 small tomato (diced)
1 medium carrot (diced)
1 medium potato (diced)
¼ tsp turmeric powder
½ tsp red chilli powder
¼ tsp black pepper
1 tsp Maggi masala
4 cups hot water
2 tbsp spring onions (chopped)
Coriander leaves (for garnish)
A pinch of ajinomoto (optional)

mini pasta

🥗Healthier: whole grain mini pasta

💰Cheaper: regular pasta

Whole grain offers more fiber; regular pasta is often less expensive.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and provides a cheesy flavor.

1

Knead the all-purpose flour with water and salt to form a tight dough.

2

Roll out the dough and cut into mini pasta shapes.

3

Boil water in a large pot and add the mini pasta, cooking until al dente.

4

In a separate pan, heat oil over medium heat and sauté ginger and garlic until fragrant.

5

Add chopped green chilli, onion, and cook until the onion is translucent.

6

Stir in the masoor dal, diced tomato, carrot, and potato, along with turmeric, red chilli powder, black pepper, and Maggi masala.

7

Pour in hot water and let the soup simmer until the vegetables and dal are cooked through.

8

Combine the cooked mini pasta with the soup.

9

Garnish with spring onions and coriander leaves before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

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Also Known As

KawdiMini Pasta
Local Name: Kawdi

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