How to Color Dough for the Philips Pasta Maker
The dough for the Philips Pasta Maker can be colored and flavored before extrusion by simply adding plant-based powders. This way, you’ll get vibrant, flavorful pasta – perfect for creating unique, authentic, and natural dishes.
GREEN
- Spinach powder: natural green color, neutral taste, great for pasta and gnocchi
- Spirulina powder: intense green, marine-like flavor; use in small amounts
- Barley grass: bright green, grassy taste, also good for savory doughs
RED/PINK
- Beetroot powder: bright pink to light red, slightly sweet flavor
- Strawberry powder: delicate pink, mostly used for cookies
- Hibiscus powder: reddish-purple tone, slightly tart
ORANGE
- Carrot powder: warm orange, sweet and mild flavor
- Pumpkin powder: soft orange color
YELLOW
- Turmeric powder: vivid yellow, spicy flavor
- Saffron powder: golden yellow, rich aroma, better for thin doughs
PURPLE
- Blueberry powder: deep purple, sweet and fruity, ideal for cookies
- Red cabbage powder: purple/blue that can turn fuchsia
BLACK
- Squid ink: deep black, savory marine taste
BROWN
- Unsweetened cocoa: dark brown, strong flavor, great for cookies or sweet pasta
- Carob powder: light brown, natural cocoa alternative, milder taste
How to Use Natural Powders to Color Pasta
The recommended starting dose is 1–3 grams of powder for every 100 grams of flour. The amount can be adjusted based on the desired color intensity and flavor, as some powders have a stronger taste. It’s always best to experiment. Powders can be added directly to the flour or dissolved in the liquid ingredients, such as water or eggs. They mix easily with eggs. If using water, it’s better to add it gradually to avoid lumps. Be careful with highly pigmented powders like turmeric or squid ink powder: in these cases, it’s advisable to start with about 1 gram per 100 grams of flour and evaluate the effect before adding more..
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