Product Code

41151

Shelf Life

24 months

Pack Size

20kg

Thickness

3.5mm – 3.8mm

Length

2.7mm-3.7mm

Cooking Time

12-14 minutes

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The Shape

Piombi pasta also known as ‘Petits Plombs’ is a pearl-shaped pasta commonly used in soups and salads. It’s unique and small shape means it absorbs sauces beautifully making it a versatile and interesting addition to any dish.

Nutritional Data

Energy: 1529kJ/360kcal
Fat: 2.0g
of which saturates: 0.6g
Carbohydrates: 69.3g
of which sugars: 3.6g
Fibre: 3.4g
Protein: 12.9g

Suitable For

Vegetarian
Vegan
Lactose Intolerants
Nut Allergy Sufferers
Kosher Certified
Halal Certified

More Info

Piombi is great at adapting to the most varied dishes especially those that use a spoon!

Texture & Cooking

It’s typically boiled in salted water until it is al dente, which means it still retains a slight firmness. It works well cooking within a sauce too.

Sauce Pairings

Piombi works well with a wide range of sauces, including:

Soups and Stews: Piombi is an excellent edition in hearty soups and stews, such as minestrone, pasta e fagioli, or tomato-based vegetable soups. The small size helps create a balanced bite with other ingredients in the soup.
Tomato-based sauces: It’s shape again, works really well with tomato-based sauces with vegetables, meat, or seafood, ensuring a satisfying sauce-to-pasta ratio. It acts well as a cous cous alternative.