What it is
Pici are thick, rustic fresh pasta strands from Tuscan cooking, supplied frozen in a 1 kg working format. Their substantial shape is designed for sauces with clear flavour and body.
Producer and format
PICI L.T. from Polo SpA is supplied as a 1 kg weight unit; no outer case quantity is specified. This keeps the format clear for kitchens that order and portion by weight.
Organoleptic profile
Pici have a firm, substantial bite and a broad surface that holds sauce. Their neutral wheat-pasta profile lets ragù, tomato, mushroom and cheese sauces remain the centre of the dish.
Professional uses and dosing
Plan about 120-150 g per main-course portion, then adjust to the menu and sauce. Pair with ragù, robust tomato sauces or cacio e pepe, and finish the pasta in the sauce for an even coating.
Mistakes to avoid
Do not thaw the pasta for an uncontrolled time, overcook the thick strands or use a thin sauce that disappears. Follow the pack instructions and reserve enough cooking liquid for finishing.
Storage
Keep the product frozen and follow the temperature, cooking and use instructions on the pack. Organise the 1 kg working unit so the cold chain is maintained from receiving to preparation.
LAPA logistics in Switzerland
LAPA delivers frozen Italian pasta to restaurants, pizzerias, hotels and catering kitchens across Switzerland. The 1 kg unit is practical for stock rotation and portion planning.
Who it is for
For trattorias, Italian restaurants, hotels, caterers and professional kitchens looking for a rustic Tuscan pasta with enough body for full-flavoured sauces. It also suits a seasonal speciality menu.
