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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Pasta analogue created by using ingredients that are not grains (ie. semolina, maize, rice) or grain substitutes (ie. potato, quinoa), such as a sheet of pasta analogue made out of gelatin uncountable

Etymology

Blend of imposter + pasta Coined in 2013 by American celebrity molecular gastronomy chef Richard Blais

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