Pasta Water Calculator

Calculate water and salt needed to cook pasta.

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Salt Grams

1L water per 100g pasta, 7g salt per liter

Standard Ratios

1L water per 100g pasta

Salt: 7g per liter of water. Salt the water generously — it should taste like the sea.

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Pro Tips

Use a large pot — pasta needs room to move so it doesn't stick.

Save some pasta water to adjust sauce consistency when plating.

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