Matcha Pasta Dough

Ingredients

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting)

• 2 tsp matcha powder (adjust to taste)

• 3 large eggs

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 1 tbsp olive oil (optional, for smoother dough)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Dry Ingredients:

   • Sift the flour and matcha powder together into a large bowl or directly onto a clean countertop.

   • Make a well in the center of the flour mixture.

2. Add the Wet Ingredients:

   • Crack the eggs into the well and add salt and olive oil if using.

3. Combine:

   • Using a fork or your fingers, gradually incorporate the flour into the eggs, starting from the edges of the well.

   • Continue until the mixture becomes a shaggy dough.

4. Knead the Dough:

   • Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

   • If the dough feels too sticky, add a little more flour. If too dry, add a teaspoon of water at a time.

5. Rest the Dough:

   • Wrap the dough in plastic wrap or cover with a damp cloth. Let it rest for 30 minutes at room temperature to relax the gluten.

6. Roll and Cut:

   • After resting, divide the dough into smaller portions. Roll each portion out using a pasta machine or a rolling pin to your desired thickness.

   • Cut into your preferred pasta shape (e.g., fettuccine or tagliatelle).

7. Cook:

   • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta for 2–3 minutes, or until al dente.

8. Serve:

   • Toss with light sauces like olive oil, garlic, lemon butter, or a simple cream sauce to let the matcha flavor shine.

Enjoy your fresh, earthy matcha pasta! 🌱🍝