Acini Di Pepe Recipes – Delicious Acini Di Pepe Salad Recipe

Acini di Pepe’s real name is “Peppercorns” in Italian cuisine. These are tiny pasta pearls that add a flavorful texture to several dishes. It’s like the pasta beads that are perfect for sweet and savory recipes. Peppercorns are usually used in desserts, salads, and soups. Its small size absorbs all the flavors and texture of other ingredients. If you are new to this recipe, start it by using our delicious way to make it. Join us on a delightful journey of acini di pepe recipes and elevate your culinary adventures to a whole new level.

What is Acini Di Pepe?

Acini di pepe are mini pasta beads that bring a unique taste to your dishes. These are not larger than a peppercorn and have flavors that are ideal for a range of dishes. Whether added to soups, sweets, puddings, or desserts, it can have diverse flavors. Acini di pepe plays a unique role, starring in creamy and indulgent desserts like rice pudding or fruity tapioca. Acini di pepe recipes give culinary exploration either converted into comfort food or featured in innovative dishes.  

Is Acini Di Pepe the same as Couscous?

Acini di pepe and couscous are similar in shape and size. Both are made with semolina and flour but have different cooking methods, tastes, and flavors. Acini di pepe has a mild texture and is simmered, while couscous has a short cooking time and is steamed and used as a base for various dishes or, as a side dish. In short, both are small in size. But acini di pepe is made from flour and semolina, and couscous is made from semolina, flour, or crushed wheat. That’s why, they both have different textures and flavors.

How to Prepare the Acini Di Pepe Pasta?

You need some water, acini di pepe pasta, and kosher salt to make it.

• Add some water and a pinch of salt to a medium-sized saucepan and place it over medium-high heat.
• Cover the saucepan with a lid and bring the water to a boil. Once the water is boiled, remove the lid and add acini di pepe pasta.
• Simmer it for about 8-10 minutes or until it is cooked well and then strain it. The Acini Di Pepe pasta is ready. You can use it in different dishes such as soups, salads, pasta, and desserts.

Acini Di Pepe Recipes

The recipe I used to make with Acini Di Pepe Pasta is the Acini Di Pepe Salad. You should give it a try. I’m sure your family members will love it.

Acini Di Pepe Salad Recipe

Ingredients

Acini Di Pepe Pasta 

1 can Mandarin Oranges

1 can Crushed Pineapple

White Sugar

Large Eggs beaten

All-purpose Flour

Salt

1 can Frozen Whipped Topping

Miniature Marshmallows

1 Jar Maraschino Cherries drained

Instructions

Prepare the Acini Di Pepe Pasta by following the instructions mentioned above.

Add liquids from pineapple and oranges, sugar, beaten eggs, flour, and salt to a pot over medium flame. Cook it until it gets thick.

Mix in the cooked pasta, and freeze it for 8 to 10 hours or overnight. 

Transfer the chilled pasta mixture to a serving bowl and whisk in oranges, pineapple, whipped topping, and marshmallows. Top it with cherries and keep it chilled in the freezer until you serve it.

How to store the Leftovers?

You can store the leftover acini di pepe salad in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 to 3 days. 

Best Servings

You can serve Acini Di Pepe Salad with Italian wedding soup or Chicken Alfredo.