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PRACTICAL WALKTHROUGH · PARAMETERS · COMMON MISTAKES
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Dough splitting
Cause: Insufficient gluten development or uneven hydration
Fix: Knead longer (10-12 min) and rest dough 30 min before shaping
Mushy texture
Cause: Overcooking or excessive starch release
Fix: Use vigorous boiling water (6L per 500g) and stir immediately after adding pasta