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Saffron Pasta Dough

Pasta allo zafferano

Golden whole-egg pasta perfumed naturally with saffron.

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Saffron gives a warm golden colour and a gentle aromatic note without adding vegetable moisture to the dough.

1 small coloured pasta batch · Preparation 15 min · Resting 30 min

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Ingredients

Dough

  • Italian 00 flour200 g
  • Medium whole eggs2
  • Saffron threads0.5 tsp

Method

  1. Crush the saffron lightly and whisk it into the eggs so the colour begins to disperse.

  2. Make a well in the flour, add the saffron eggs and incorporate gradually.

  3. Knead for 8 to 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

  4. Wrap and rest for at least 30 minutes before rolling and cutting.

Chef’s notes

  • Use saffron for aroma as well as colour. If the dish does not benefit from saffron flavour, choose another natural coloured dough instead.

Allergens and diet

Gluten. Eggs.

Last refined · October 2026