Traditional Cretan striftaria pasta twisted with real olive paste and tomato. Handmade in Heraklion, naturally vegan, quick-cooking in 3-5 minutes.
Striftaria — the beloved twisted pasta of Crete — meets two icons of the Greek table in this signature collection. Handcrafted in Heraklion, this pasta blends durum wheat semolina with rich olive paste and sweet tomato, creating earthy grey and terracotta hues without a single artificial color. Its ridged, swiveled shape holds sauces beautifully, whether you dress it simply with extra virgin olive oil or pair it with a hearty Mediterranean ragù.
Why Choose This Cretan Pasta
- Traditional striftaria shape from Heraklion, Crete, made by hand using time-honored recipes
- Flavored with real olive paste (5.5%) and tomato paste (5.5%) for natural color and depth
- 100% vegan with four simple ingredients: durum wheat semolina (89%), olive paste, tomato paste, and water
- Quick cooking time of 3–5 minutes, ideal for weeknight meals
- No artificial colors, preservatives, or additives — earthy hues come entirely from olives and tomatoes
- Bears the 'Crete – Land of Values' quality mark of the Agri-Food Partnership of the Region of Crete
- Produced in an ISO 22000:2018 certified facility in Kampos Agios Syllas, Heraklion
Craftsmanship & Ingredients
This pasta is shaped by artisans who follow a pasta-making tradition passed down through generations in Heraklion. The twisted striftaria form is designed to catch and hold sauces in every curve. Made with semolina from durum wheat (89%), olive paste (5.5%), tomato paste (5.5%), and water, it contains gluten and is produced on a line that also handles milk and eggs.
Nutrition (per 100g): Energy 1556 kJ / 367 kcal, Fat 2.5g (saturates 0.5g), Carbohydrate 72g (sugars 5.4g), Fibre 4.5g, Protein 12g, Salt 0.08g. Each 250g pack contains 2½ portions of 100g. Reference intake based on an average adult (8,400 kJ / 2,000 kcal).
Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Origin: Kampos Agios Syllas, Heraklion, Crete, Greece. Net weight: 250g. EAN: 5214000299271.
About Maggiri
Maggiri honors the pasta-making heritage of Heraklion, Crete, where recipes shaped by generations are still crafted by hand and dried slowly to preserve rustic texture and flavor. Each batch reflects a commitment to simplicity, quality ingredients, and the rich culinary traditions of the island.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How long does this pasta take to cook?
- Striftaria cooks in 3–5 minutes in boiling salted water. Its quick cooking time makes it perfect for simple weeknight meals.
- Is this pasta suitable for vegans?
- Yes, this pasta is 100% vegan, made with durum wheat semolina, olive paste, tomato paste, and water. It contains gluten and is produced on equipment that also processes milk and eggs.
- What dishes pair well with striftaria?
- The twisted shape holds sauces beautifully. Try it with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, garlic, and aged Cretan cheese, or toss it with a tomato-based ragù, roasted vegetables, or Cretan ingredients like capers and olives.
- Where do the colors in this pasta come from?
- The earthy grey and terracotta hues are entirely natural, derived from the olive paste and tomato paste mixed into the dough. No artificial colors or preservatives are used.
Bring the rustic warmth of Cretan tradition to your table with this handcrafted striftaria, ready to hold your favorite sauces in every twist.
