Food Ingredients - Pasta and Noodles

Here you will learn the names of different types of pasta and noodles in English such as "spaghetti", "penne", and "cellophane noodle".

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gnocchi [noun]

a type of small, soft pasta made from potatoes, flour, and sometimes eggs

Ex: She enjoyed a plate of homemade potato gnocchi , tossed in a rich tomato and basil sauce .

tortellini [noun]

small, ring-shaped pasta dumplings that originated in the Italian region of Emilia-Romagna

Ex: She enjoyed a bowl of cheese-filled tortellini , tossed in a creamy pesto sauce .

tortelli [noun]

a type of Italian pasta, similar to tortellini, made from pasta dough that is rolled out and filled with a savory filling

Ex: She enjoyed the spinach and ricotta tortelli , tossed in a light lemon butter sauce .

tortelloni [noun]

a type of Italian pasta, typically larger than tortellini, made from pasta dough that is rolled out and filled with a savory filling

Ex: He prepared a flavorful butternut squash tortelloni dish .

ravioli [noun]

small square-shaped pasta stuffed with cheese, ground meat, fish, etc. and usually served with a sauce, originated in Italy

Ex:

pansotti [noun]

a type of Italian pasta, typically from the Liguria region, made from pasta dough that is rolled out and filled with a mixture of cheese and greens

Ex: She prepared a satisfying dish of pansotti stuffed with braised short rib and blue cheese .

barbine [noun]

a very thin, delicate pasta that is often used in Italian cuisine and typically has a similar thickness and texture to capellini

Ex: He prepared a vibrant summer dish with barbine pasta , tossed with roasted vegetables .

bavette [noun]

a type of pasta that originated in Italy and is similar to linguine or fettuccine

Ex: Eating a bowl of classic bavette pasta with rich Bolognese sauce made my day .

bigoli [noun]

a thick, long, rough-textured pasta from Veneto, Italy, commonly used with hearty sauces

Ex: He prepared a comforting bigoli pasta dish for his guests .

bucatini [noun]

a hollow, tube-shaped pasta similar to spaghetti, known for its chewy texture and used in Italian cuisine

Ex: I want a dish of creamy mushroom bucatini with Parmesan right now .

busiate [noun]

a twisted, helix-shaped pasta from Sicily, Italy, known for its ability to hold sauces well

Ex: I immediately ordered a plate of Mediterranean busiate , which was prepared with artichoke and feta .

capellini [noun]

a thin, delicate pasta from Italy, commonly used with light sauces or in soups, salads, and seafood dishes

Ex: He cooked a creamy capellini Alfredo , tossing the pasta with a velvety sauce .

angel hair [noun]

a type of pasta that is made in very thin strands which have a smaller diameter than vermicelli

Ex: He promised his children to make them a light angel hair pasta tossed with fresh lemon juice , olive oil , and grated Parmesan .

spaghetti [noun]

a type of pasta in very long thin pieces that is cooked in boiling water

Ex: I love a classic spaghetti bolognese with its rich and satisfying flavors.

fettuccine [noun]

pasta in form of long narrow strings

Ex: Creamy fettuccine Alfredo , with Parmesan and butter , is a classic Italian favorite .

linguine [noun]

pasta in form of thin long flat pieces

Ex: Linguine is a versatile pasta with a slender, flat shape.

lasagna [noun]

wide and flat pasta sheets made from durum wheat flour

Ex: The recipe calls for no-boil lasagna noodles .

mafalde [noun]

a ribbon-shaped pasta from Italy with wavy edges, used with hearty sauces and baked dishes

Ex: I serve mafalde with a spicy arrabbiata sauce for an extra kick of flavor .

tagliatelle [noun]

pasta that is formed like long flat pieces, traditionally 6mm wide

Ex: My father tossed tagliatelle in a creamy mushroom sauce for a comforting and flavorful meal .

vermicelli [noun]

pasta made in very thin strings, usually used in making soups

Ex: I want to prepare a classic Italian pasta dish with vermicelli , garlic , olive oil , and red pepper flakes for a simple yet flavorful meal .

farfalle [noun]

pasta in form of bowties or butterfly wings

Ex: My son loves the the creamy farfalle Alfredo I make for him.

fusilli [noun]

‌pasta with a twisted shape

Ex: The fusilli pasta with marinara sauce is my favorite dish.

macaroni [noun]

pasta formed like short hollow tubes

Ex: The hollow macaroni tubes absorb the flavorful broth in the soup .

penne [noun]

a tube-shaped pasta with diagonal ends

Ex: The curved ends of penne make it easy to spear with a fork , ideal for pasta salads .

rigatoni [noun]

a variety of pasta formed in short tubes

Ex: Rigatoni is ideal for baked pasta dishes like rigatoni al forno with melted cheese on top .

orzo [noun]

pasta in the form of rice grains

Ex: I tossed cooked orzo with cherry tomatoes , fresh basil , and mozzarella for a refreshing summer salad .

cannelloni [noun]

a type of pasta that is large and cylindrical in shape

Ex: I baked the cannelloni with a rich tomato sauce and melted cheese for a comforting Italian dish .

pappardelle [noun]

wide, flat Italian pasta noodles, typically made from eggs and flour, often used in rich and hearty pasta dishes

Ex: I savored every bite of the tender braised lamb served over a bed of pappardelle .

pelmeni [noun]

Russian dumplings filled with minced meat, spices, and onions, boiled or steamed, and often served with sour cream or butter

Ex: Make a large batch of pelmeni and freeze them for future meals.

bowtie pasta [noun]

a type of pasta shaped like small, folded ribbons or bows

Ex: I enjoyed a refreshing bowtie pasta salad with cherry tomatoes , basil , and mozzarella .

noodle [noun]

a type of thin, long food made with flour and egg, eaten in a soup or with sauce

Ex: He made a quick noodle salad for lunch .

anelli [noun]

small ring-shaped pasta used in soups, stews, salads, and baked dishes

Ex: The anelli with pesto sauce was a simple yet delicious meal packed with fresh herbs .

conchiglie [noun]

shell-shaped pasta used in Italian cuisine, versatile for various dishes

Ex: Mix cooked conchiglie with cherry tomatoes , cucumbers , and a vinaigrette for a pasta salad .

gemelli [noun]

twisted pasta resembling double helix, used in Italian cuisine for various dishes

Ex: Gemelli brings a touch of whimsy and deliciousness to any pasta dish.

pastina [noun]

tiny Italian pasta used in soups and broths

Ex: I always cook pastina in chicken broth for a comforting soup .

cappelletti [noun]

a type of Italian pasta that resembles small, folded hats filled with savory ingredients

Ex: For a rich and indulgent meal , try baking cappelletti filled with ricotta , spinach , and Alfredo sauce .

egg noodle [noun]

a type of pasta made with flour, eggs, and water, resulting in a rich and tender texture

Ex: Make chicken noodle soup with tender egg noodles , chicken , and veggies .

ramen [noun]

Japanese noodle dish with wheat noodles, flavorful broth, and various toppings

Ex: My Asian friend made a refreshing ramen salad with cold noodles , cucumber , and ginger dressing .

cellophane noodle [noun]

transparent, thin, and slippery Asian noodles made from starch, often used in stir-fries, soups, salads, and spring rolls

Ex: My friend Prepared a nourishing soup with cellophane noodles , mushrooms , and bok choy .

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