Istrian Fuzi Pasta with Truffle Sauce

A dish that encapsulates the rich flavors of the Istrian region. Imagine hand-rolled pasta, known as Fuzi, generously coated in a luxurious truffle-infused sauce that beckons the essence of the Adriatic coast.

Ingredients:

For Fuzi Pasta:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Water, as needed

For Truffle Sauce:

• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon truffle oil
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare Fuzi Pasta: On a clean surface, make a mound with the flour and create a well in the center. Crack the eggs into the well and add salt.
2. Cook Fuzi Pasta: Boil the Fuzi pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. Prepare Truffle Sauce: In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add thinly sliced garlic and sauté until golden. Pour in heavy cream, truffle oil, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens.
4. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Toss the cooked Fuzi pasta into the truffle sauce, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
5. Serve: Plate the Istrian Fuzi Pasta with Truffle Sauce and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese.
6. Enjoy the Croatian Culinary Delight: Delight in the unique flavors of Istrian Fuzi Pasta with Truffle Sauce, a dish that transports you to the coastal charm of Croatia. Experience the richness of Istria with every luxurious bite!
7. Gradually incorporate the flour into the eggs, kneading until a dough forms. If too dry, add water a tablespoon at a time.
8. Roll out the dough and cut it into strips. Roll each strip into a spiral shape to form Fuzi pasta.