Dried Orecchietta

PastaGrainAllergen: WheatAllergen: GlutenNeutralWheatyChewyFirmToothsome

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Calories: 371
Protein (g): 13
Fat (g): 1.5
Carbs (g): 75
Fiber (g): 3.2
Sodium (mg): 6

Values reflect dry semolina pasta; cooked portions absorb water and dilute nutrients per 100 g. Minor variation occurs by brand and shape thickness.

Storage

Room temp: up to 365 days
Refrigerated: up to 0 days
Frozen: up to 0 days

Dried orecchietta is a small, ear-shaped semolina pasta with a cupped center. Its cupped surface helps sauces cling, especially chunky ragus and leafy greens, and it cooks to a pleasantly chewy texture. Sold in smooth or subtly ridged discs, it suits quick weeknight sauces and hearty bakes alike.\n\nIt originated in Puglia in southern Italy, where it is traditionally paired with cime di rapa. The shape spread through Italy and abroad via dried commercial production, becoming a staple format for robust, vegetable-forward sauces.