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8 Lesser-known Italian Dishes that are still delicious
8 Lesser-known Italian Dishes that are still delicious
Caponata: Sicilian eggplant dish with tomatoes, celery, olives, and capers; sweet, sour, and savory flavors create a unique taste.
Sagne a Pezzi: Southern Italy's rustic pasta dish; short, twisted pasta cooked with tomato sauce, chickpeas, and wild fennel.
Frico: Friuli's crispy cheese dish; shredded cheese (usually Montasio) baked until golden and served as a crunchy delicacy.
Ribollita: Tuscan soup with bread, beans, and veggies; reheated for enhanced flavors, representing Italian comfort food at its best.
Baccalà alla Vicentina: Venetian salted cod dish; slow-cooked with onions, milk, and white wine, creating a creamy and savory delight.
Puntarelle: Roman chicory salad; bitter leaves dressed in anchovy and garlic sauce, offering a distinctive, refreshing taste.
Ciceri e Tria: Puglian pasta dish; fried pasta strips combined with chickpeas, creating a hearty, satisfying blend of textures and flavors.
Farinata: Ligurian chickpea pancake; thin, crispy, and flavorful, made from chickpea flour, olive oil, and water, a popular street food.