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Passatelli in Broth with Soy Sauce

17/11/2023

Passatelli in broth are a classic dish of the Italian culinary tradition, particularly from the Emilia-Romagna and Marche regions. Adding a touch of soy sauce can give a modern twist and a more intense flavor to the dish. Here’s how to proceed:

Ingredients

For the passatelli:

  • 200 g of grated bread
  • 100 g of grated Parmigiano cheese
  • 3 eggs
  • Nutmeg, to taste
  • Grated lemon zest, to taste
  • Salt, to taste

For the broth:

  • 1.5 L of meat or vegetable broth, according to preference
  • Soy sauce, to taste
  • Chopped chives or parsley for garnish (optional)

Preparation

  1. Start preparing the passatelli by mixing grated bread with Parmigiano, a sprinkle of nutmeg, and a bit of grated lemon zest in a bowl. Add the eggs and a pinch of salt, then knead until you obtain a homogeneous mixture.

  2. Let the dough rest for about 20 minutes.

  3. In the meantime, bring the meat or vegetable broth to a boil.

  4. Press the dough through a potato ricer directly into the boiling broth; the passatelli will sink to the bottom and after about a minute and a half will float to the top, a sign that they are ready.

  5. When the passatelli are cooked, preheat the bowls in which you will serve the dish by pouring some hot broth into them.

  6. Arrange the passatelli in the bowls, pour over the hot broth and add a touch of personality with a drizzle of soy sauce.

  7. Garnish with some chopped chives or parsley, if you like.

Curiosity

Passatelli are a very ancient dish, whose origin dates back to the 18th century. Traditionally they were made with leftover bread and were considered a poor man’s dish. The variant with the addition of soy sauce is an example of how classic cuisine can reinvent itself and adapt to the evolutions of contemporary taste.

Enjoy your meal and this fusion between Italian cuisine and touches of Oriental flavor!

Passatelli in broth with soy sauce