Fregula facts for kids
Uncooked fregula
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| Alternative names | Fregola |
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| Type | Pasta |
| Place of origin | Sardinia |
| Main ingredients | Semolina dough |
Fregula (sometimes called fregola) is a special kind of pasta that comes from Sardinia, an island in Italy. It looks a bit like tiny, round pearls.
This pasta is similar to other types of small, round pasta found in different parts of the world. For example, it's a bit like Berkoukes from North Africa or Moghrabieh and Israeli couscous.
What is Fregula?
Fregula is made from semolina dough. Semolina is a type of flour made from durum wheat. The dough is rolled into small balls, usually about 2 to 3 millimeters wide. After being shaped, these little pasta balls are toasted in an oven. This toasting gives fregula a unique, slightly nutty flavor and a nice texture.
How to Cook Fregula
One popular way to cook fregula is to simmer it in a tomato-based sauce. Often, people add clams to this sauce. This creates a delicious seafood pasta dish that is very popular in Sardinia.
