Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay has shared two “crucial” and “secret” tips to ensure your pasta doesn’t stick and achieves that perfect al dente finish. The beloved dish, known for its speedy preparation, affordability, and versatility, is a staple in many homes for both quick weeknight meals and more elaborate weekend feasts.
However, getting the cooking process just right can be tricky. Overcooked, pasta becomes a sticky mess, while undercooked, it’s unpleasantly hard, reports the Mirror.
Now, TV chef Gordon Ramsay has developed his own fine-tuned approach to cooking pasta “properly”. The sweary chef’s method surprises some, as he seasons his pasta both before and after boiling.
Here is Gordon’s step-by-step method. He believes it will work every single time.
You should start with a sizeable pot to give the pasta “sufficient room” to cook uniformly. The cold water should then be generously seasoned with salt and olive oil is addeda step Ramsay considers “absolutely crucial” to prevent sticking.
Next, bring the water to a vigorous, “rolling” boil, which, alongside the oil, serves as another “secret” to keep the pasta separate and moving. Gordon opts for angel hair pasta, a thin variety that cooks in just three-and-a-half to four minutes.
