Best Easy Tajarin al Tartufo Recipe

Impossibly thin egg pasta crowned with shaved white truffle is Piedmont's most luxurious dish. A fresh mediterranean delicacy rich in protein from its egg-laden dough, perfect for special family occasions.

Cook 65 min Difficulty HARD 480 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • All-purpose flour 2 cups
  • Egg yolks 12 pieces
  • Whole egg 1 piece
  • Unsalted butter 4 tbsp
  • Fresh white truffle 1 oz
Seasonings/Sauce
  • Fine sea salt 1 tsp
  • Freshly ground black pepper 0.25 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 52 g 43%
Protein 18 g 15%
Fat 20 g 38%
Serving size 180g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Mound the flour on a clean work surface, making a deep well in the center. Add the egg yolks, whole egg, and half the fine sea salt to the well.

  2. 2

    With a fork, gradually incorporate the flour from the rim into the eggs until a shaggy dough forms. Use your hands to knead the dough vigorously for 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Wrap in plastic and let rest for 30 minutes at room temperature.

  3. 3

    Divide the dough into 4 portions. Roll out each piece on a lightly floured surface, using a pasta machine or rolling pin, until the dough is almost paper thin (no thicker than 1/16 inch). Dust lightly with flour to prevent sticking.

  4. 4

    Cut the sheets into very fine ribbons, resembling angel hair. Loosen strands with your fingers and let them rest on a floured tray for 10 minutes before cooking.

  5. 5

    In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the tajarin for 1–2 minutes, or until al dente. Meanwhile, melt unsalted butter in a wide skillet over low heat.

  6. 6

    Using tongs, transfer the just-cooked pasta directly into the skillet with melted butter. Toss gently over gentle heat, adding pasta water by spoonfuls until the pasta is lightly coated and glossy.

  7. 7

    Season with remaining salt and black pepper. Divide among warm plates. Shave fresh white truffle generously over each serving just before eating, ensuring the aroma is vivid and luxurious.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in Best Easy Tajarin al Tartufo Recipe?
The defining ingredient of this recipe is the abundance of egg yolks in the fresh pasta dough, which gives Tajarin its silky richness and deep golden color. The crowning touch is fresh white truffle, shaved over the pasta for unmatched aroma and luxurious flavor.
Q. What are the critical tips for getting the pasta texture just right?
Knead the dough thoroughly for elasticity, then roll it extremely thin—this is traditional for Tajarin. Cooking the ribbons for just 1–2 minutes in boiling salted water ensures they remain pleasantly toothsome and do not become mushy or overcooked.
Q. How do you prevent the Tajarin from sticking together after cutting?
After cutting the dough into fine ribbons, dust them lightly with flour and let the strands rest separated on a floured tray for 10 minutes before boiling. This prevents clumping and ensures the pasta strands cook evenly.
Q. How many calories and how much protein does one serving contain?
Each 180g serving of Tajarin al Tartufo contains about 480 kcal and provides 18g of protein, thanks to the egg-rich dough. Carbohydrates provide 52g per serving, and fat is about 20g, offering a well-balanced nutritional profile.
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