Pasta is an honoured tradition of Italy
and is one of the most loved foods in the world. It is the most preferred
choice for dinner and has passed the test of time by taking various forms such
as spaghetti and elbow. Catering to the needs of customers, pasta
suppliers in India have introduced great pasta varieties like Amori,
fusilli, etc. While everyone is aware of the types of pasta, there is less
knowledge about how to eat the different varieties of it.
Pasta
is that kind of food which must be handled graciously. It requires detailed
knowledge about each type of pasta to consume it the right way. Moreover, one
is also required to know different kinds of equipment available in the market,
which can aid this consumption process. How to eat pasta is also among the most
discussed topics, so here's a quick guide for consuming this heavenly delight
in the right manner.
The Real Question: Cut
or Wind?
The
length, width, and type of the pasta dictate whether you should cut it or wind
it around the fork-tines. If you are
eating thin noodles or instant pasta, then it is
eaten with a fork. Just pick two-three strands and wound around the fork tines.
Indeed, some pasta strands might hang from the fork, quietly slurp them up,
into your mouth.
Technically,
you should not cut the spaghetti. Just separate some of the pasta from the huge
chunk using a single tine of the fork and twirl it to wrap it tightly. If your
pasta is al-dente and the sauce is very liquid, you must use a spoon to prevent
splattering. The right way is to use a spoon to support the twirling process
and to collect the sauce.
If
ravioli or wide noodles are served, then these are meant to be cut and eater
either with a spoon or fork, respectively.
Be Perfectly Proper
It’s
quite common for people to get confused regarding what to eat first, whether
the pasta, side or the salad accompanying the dish. One should remember that
pasta is the main dish and should be consumed with a side, then you should move
towards the salad.
It
is often seen that people use soup bowls or deep bowls to serve pasta; however,
the correct way to serve it is on a plate. You can use shallow dishes for
conveniently eating soup-based pasta, but a bowl is not an appropriate choice
for pasta meals.
These
pasta etiquettes can take us a long way, moreover adapting to newer techniques
always adds value to our personality. You may find some variations in the
customs in various places concerning pasta. But, no one would disagree on using
a fork. So, when in doubt, you can always use a fork to eat your pasta. Pasta
La-vista Folks!
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