Pasta | Vegetarian

Wheat Spiral Pasta

Triticum aestivum (durum wheat) Allergens: Wheat, Gluten
Wheat Spiral Pasta

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Poaceae (for wheat)
  • Primary Cuisine Italian
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Durum wheat semolina

¿Qué es Wheat Spiral Pasta?

A type of pasta characterized by its corkscrew or spiral shape, made from durum wheat semolina, ideal for holding sauces.

¿A qué sabe Wheat Spiral Pasta?

Wheat Spiral Pasta tiene un sabor mild, starchy, nutty con aromas mild grain.

Taste
Mild, Starchy, Nutty
Texture
Firm, Chewy, Holds Shape Well
Aroma
Mild Grain
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Información Nutricional

Per 1/2 cup dry (80g)
Calories360 kcal
Total Fat1.5 g
Saturated Fat0.3 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein13 g
Total Carbohydrate75 g
Dietary Fiber3 g
Total Sugars2 g
Calcium20 mg
Iron2 mg
Potassium180 mg

El Secreto del Chef

To prevent spiral pasta from clumping, ensure ample boiling water and stir occasionally during the first few minutes of cooking.

Sustitutos y Proporciones de Wheat Spiral Pasta

El mejor sustituto para Wheat Spiral Pasta es Rotini, usado en una proporción de 1:1. Virtually identical in shape and function, often used interchangeably for pasta salads and hearty sauces.

Sustitutos para Wheat Spiral Pasta con proporciones
Sustituto Proporción Mejor para
Rotini Mejor 1:1 Virtually identical in shape and function, often used interchangeably for pasta salads and hearty sauces.
Cavatappi 1:1 Similar curly shape, but typically larger and hollow, excellent for creamy or chunky sauces.
Penne 1:1 Tubular pasta that also holds sauces well, but lacks the spiral's unique texture.
Elbow Macaroni 1:1 Small, curved shape, good for baked dishes and salads, but less surface area than spirals.

Cómo Elegir y Almacenar Wheat Spiral Pasta

  1. Look for pasta made from 100% durum wheat semolina for best texture.
  2. Check for whole wheat options for added fiber.

¿Con Qué Combina Bien Wheat Spiral Pasta?

  • Pesto
  • creamy sauces
  • marinara
  • meat sauces
  • baked pasta dishes
  • cold pasta salads.

Preguntas frecuentes

¿A qué sabe Wheat Spiral Pasta?

Mild, Starchy, Nutty Mild Grain

¿Cuál es un buen sustituto para Wheat Spiral Pasta?

El mejor sustituto es Rotini (1:1). Virtually identical in shape and function, often used interchangeably for pasta salads and hearty sauces.

¿Cómo eliges y almacenas Wheat Spiral Pasta?

Look for pasta made from 100% durum wheat semolina for best texture. Check for whole wheat options for added fiber.

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