Ingredients
Scale
In the spirit of my mother Elena’s improvisational flair, feel free to adjust the seasonings to your taste. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1/4 cup psyllium husk powder
- 1 teaspoon xanthan gum
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Creating this keto-friendly pasta is a delightful process that reminds me of learning to knead dough on a flour-dusted stool as a child. Follow these steps to bring this dish to life:
- In a medium bowl, combine the almond flour, psyllium husk powder, xanthan gum, and salt.
- Slowly add the water and olive oil to the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms. Knead the dough gently for about 2-3 minutes until smooth.
- Divide the dough into four equal parts. Roll each portion out between two sheets of parchment paper to your desired thickness.
- Cut the rolled dough into thin strips, resembling traditional pasta noodles.
- Bring a pot of salted water to a gentle boil. Cook the pasta strips for 2-3 minutes, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing gently to coat with the garlic oil. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, fresh basil, and red pepper flakes, if using.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra cheese and basil if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
