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How to cook pasta at home easy recipe:
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Let’s cook pasta easily at home step-by-step.
Where does pasta come from? Why was it invented? How old is it? Who invented it?
Pasta originated in Italy but was influenced by ancient cultures such as China and the Middle East. It was invented as a nutritious, storable, and versatile food. This popular dish dates back to at least the 1st century AD and developed over centuries through cultural exchange. No single person can be credited with inventing pasta; it evolved through time.
Let’s cook pasta at home with an easy and simple step-by-step recipe:
Ingredients:
2 cups of pasta
2 tomatoes
1 onion
3-4 garlic cloves
Chili flakes
Oregano (optional, but recommended)
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp of oil
Basil (optional)
Cornstarch
Chicken (optional)
Sauces (chili, soy) homemade tomato sauce (optional)
Vinegar or lemon
Vegetables of your choice (I’ll use carrot, tomato and green capsicum)
Instructions:
Step 1: Boil 3-4 cups of water in a cooking pot or cooker over a flame. Add 1 teaspoon of salt and any cooking oil or ghee. Let these dissolve, then add 2 cups of pasta and boil for 10 minutes.
Step 2: While the pasta is boiling, place a frying pan on another flame. Add 2 teaspoons of any cooking oil (I’ll use olive oil) and add the chopped onion and 3 chopped garlic cloves (or ginger-garlic paste). Fry for 1-2 minutes.
Step 3: Keep an eye on your pasta and stir it occasionally to prevent it from sticking to the pot and to each other.
Step 4: Add boiled, boneless chicken pieces to the pan with onion and garlic. Fry for 2-3 minutes (This step can be skipped if you prefer, but it should come before adding the vegetables).
Step 5: Add green capsicum, tomatoes, and carrots cut into cubes (or any vegetables you prefer) to the pan. Lower the flame and lightly cook until the veggies are slightly crunchy for better taste.
Step 6: Season the vegetables (and chicken) with salt, black pepper, chili flakes, oregano, and basil (optional). Add 1 tbsp of chili sauce and half a teaspoon of lemon juice. If using soy sauce, add carefully due to its salty flavor.
Note: If you don’t have soy and chili sauce, use homemade tomato sauce. Skip the store-bought sauces and mix the homemade sauce with the veggies and chicken.
Step 7: Strain the boiled pasta using a net basket. Mix the pasta with the chicken, vegetables, and spices in the pan. Combine everything well.
Step 8: In a small pot, mix 2 teaspoons of cornstarch with water. Stir well and add to the pan, mixing thoroughly.
Step 9: Serve the pasta and enjoy it with family and friends—or with Me!!
If you don’t know how to serve, let’s serve together!
- Scoop the pasta directly from the pan into serving bowls or plates using a spoon or serving utensil.
- Garnish with fresh herbs like basil or parsley, or add a dash of chili flakes for extra flavor.
- Serve hot with optional sides such as garlic bread or a salad.
Conclusion:
How to cook pasta at home - easy recipe
Boil 2 cups of pasta in 3-4 cups of water in a cooker or any cooking pot. Add salt and oil, then boil for 15 to 20 minutes (it may take less time).
In a frying pan, add oil, chopped onion, and garlic. After a minute, add boiled chicken (optional) and veggies (carrot, tomato, green capsicum). Check the pasta every 4 minutes.
Add spices (salt, black pepper, chili flakes, oregano, basil—optional), squeeze lemon into the chicken and veggies, then add sauces (chili sauce, soy sauce, homemade sauce, or blended tomato paste). Mix everything in the pan.
Strain the pasta, add it to the pan, then add cornstarch and water mixture. Stir for a minute.
Serve it, enjoy it!
P.S. Make sure to check out my other recipes too here!
FAQs
How to cook pasta in 4 steps?
1. Boil your pasta in a cooker or any cooking pot.
2. In a frying pan, add any oil or ghee, chopped onions, veggies, and chicken.
3. Add salt, black pepper, chili flakes, and any sauces you prefer.
4. Strain the boiled pasta, add it to your gravy with veggies, mix it, serve, and you're done!
How much water to cook pasta?
The amount of water depends on the quantity of pasta. For 1 cup of pasta, add 2 cups of water. I recommend adding enough water until the pasta is submerged. If it’s easy to stir, you’ve got it right!
How do you cook pasta step by step?
As I give you the above steps-by-step guide and instructions, just follow them. This is completely easy and perfect for everyone, including students and busy workers. It takes less than 25-30 minutes. You can cook it!
Which cooking method is best for pasta?
Really, there are so many methods to cook pasta, but there are also many kinds of pasta too. Using the method I gave you is one of the best and easiest. Methods are just for ease.
Is pasta healthy?
It could be healthy or not, depending on what you are adding. Don’t put cheese, sauce (including homemade sauces), or spices like chili flakes in your pasta. Boil the pasta without oil, and that's it—you’ll have healthy pasta with no spices, cheese, or sauces.
How to cook healthy pasta?
1. Boil pasta with salt and black pepper.
2. Boil chicken with salt, basil leaves, and coriander seeds.
3. In a pan, add 1 teaspoon of oil, spread it in the whole pan, add chopped onion, garlic paste, and the boiled chicken.
4. Cut vegetables into cubic shapes and add them to the chicken-onion pan. Mix it well for a minute and add a pinch of salt and a squeeze of lemon.
5. Take a bowl, serve it, and enjoy your healthy pasta.
How long does it take to cook pasta?
Pasta must be boiled on high flame, then medium, then low, and finally back to high flame. It should take 15 minutes, not more. With added sauces and spices, it will take around 10 minutes more. Remember, the sauce or gravy should be cooked on medium to low flame. After that, you just need to serve it. The entire process takes less than 30 minutes.
What are the golden rules of making pasta?
There are no golden or special rules, but here are some tips: While boiling pasta, stir it every 3-4 minutes. Add oil if the pasta starts sticking together. When cooking veggies in a pan, keep the flame on medium— they should remain crunchy, not melted.
How to make pasta in 10 steps?
You can make pasta in 5 steps or 15 steps—it depends on how you're making it. Skipping some steps will shorten your recipe, while adding more can extend it. Follow my recipe, which is in 9 steps. There are also optional steps, and you can make pasta in just 4 steps too.
Is pasta junk food?
Pasta can be healthy or junk food, depending on what you add to it. Skip the spices, and boiling veggies makes it healthier.
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