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Discover Sicilian Street Food: Sfincione Rosso Recipe Revealed
Explore the rich flavors of Sicilian cuisine with Discover Sicilian Street Food: Sfincione Rosso Recipe Revealed. Create this delicious dish at home!
🛒 Ingredients
- ✓ 500 g of semolina flour
- ✓ 20 g of fresh yeast
- ✓ 2 onions
- ✓ 200 g of pecorino cheese (primo sale)
- ✓ 100 g of anchovy fillets in oil
- ✓ 0.5 l of tomato sauce
- ✓ 150 g of grated Sicilian pecorino cheese
- ✓ Dried oregano
- ✓ 150 g of breadcrumbs
- ✓ 1 teaspoon of granulated sugar
- ✓ Extra virgin olive oil
- ✓ Salt
- ✓ Freshly ground black pepper
📊 Nutritional Information
Sfincione Rosso, a delightful masterpiece of Sicilian street food, promises an authentic culinary journey to Altavilla Milicia, a charming village in the province of Palermo.
This dish, similar yet distinct from the renowned Palermo Sfincione, boasts a base of re-milled flour adorned with anchovies and slices of 'primo sale' pecorino cheese.
The rich aroma of tomato sauce cooked with onions, sprinkled with grated Sicilian pecorino cheese, breadcrumbs, oregano, black pepper, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, makes it an irresistible treat.
Whether savoured fresh from local bakeries of Altavilla Milicia or crafted in your kitchen, this dish captures the heart of Sicilian gastronomy.
Perfect for any season, Sfincione Rosso is best enjoyed with a glass of fine Sicilian wine, making it an ideal centrepiece for gatherings or a comforting solo indulgence.
👨🍳 Preparation
- 1
Sift the semolina flour into a bowl. Dissolve the fresh yeast in lukewarm water with a pinch of sugar. Add this to the flour and knead, adding salted water gradually to form a soft dough. Transfer to a floured bowl, cover, and let it rise for at least two hours.
- 2
Slice the onions finely and sauté in a pan with extra virgin olive oil and a bit of water. Add the tomato sauce, salt, and black pepper. Cook for about 20 minutes.
- 3
Knead the risen dough with extra virgin olive oil and roll it out onto a greased baking sheet to about two centimetres thick.
- 4
Distribute the chopped anchovies over the dough. Add slices of primo sale cheese and cover with the prepared tomato sauce. Sprinkle with grated pecorino cheese, breadcrumbs, oregano, and a drizzle of olive oil.
- 5
Let the assembled dish rest for ten minutes, then bake at 220°C for 35 minutes until fully cooked.
- 6
Serve the Sfincione Rosso hot and savour its authentic flavour.
💡 Tips and Variations
For a vegetarian version, omit the anchovies and enhance the flavour with additional herbs like basil. Adjust the spice level by adding a pinch of chilli flakes to the tomato sauce.
📦 Storage
- • Consume Sfincione Rosso freshly baked for the best taste.
- • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2-3 days.
- • For longer storage, freeze portions for up to 2-3 months. Reheat at 180°C for 10–15 minutes before serving.
🍷 Pairing
A glass of Menfi Cabernet Sauvignon, with its rich and herbaceous profile, pairs beautifully with the complex flavours of Sfincione Rosso. Serve this wine at a temperature between 16°C and 18°C for the best experience.
Thank you for exploring the flavours of Sicily with us. We hope you enjoy preparing and tasting this Sfincione Rosso as much as we do. Share your culinary creations and impressions with friends and family!
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