While Grandma\u2019s tip is widely known, from a culinary perspective, it is unfortunately a myth that does more harm than good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here is the scientific reason why adding olive oil to pasta water serves no purpose:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Oil floats on top: Oil and water do not mix. The olive oil forms a layer on the water’s surface and never really comes into contact with the pasta cooking below.
Sauce won’t stick: When you drain the pasta, the hot oil runs over the noodles, coating them in a film of fat. The problem: the sauce (whether tomato, pesto, or carbonara) can no longer adhere to the pasta and simply slides off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Where does the myth come from?
In the past, oil was added to the water to prevent it from boiling over or to stop the pasta from sticking together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What should really replace Grandma\u2019s tip:
Use plenty of water: At least 1 liter of water per 100 grams of pasta. If the pasta has enough room, it won’t stick together.
Enough salt: Add salt only once the water is boiling (approx. 10 grams per liter). It gives the pasta flavor.
Stir regularly: Stir well, especially during the first two minutes after adding the pasta\u2014this guarantees it won’t stick.
Don’t rinse the pasta: Never rinse pasta with cold water after draining, as this washes away the valuable starch needed to bind the sauce.
Add olive oil at the very end: If you love the taste of good olive oil, drizzle a little over the finished dish after cooking.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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