 Strascinati pasta with peperoni cruschi and breadcrumbs | |
| Course | Primo (Italian course) |
|---|---|
| Place of origin | Italy |
| Region or state | Basilicata |
| Main ingredients | Pasta, peperone crusco , breadcrumbs |
Pasta con i peperoni cruschi is a pasta dish flavoured with peperoni cruschi , typical of the Basilicata region of Italy.
The main ingredient is peperone crusco , a dried and crunchy pepper known for its sweet flavour and intense colour, which is a popular element in the local cuisine. [1] Usually the Senise pepper variety is used, for its thin pulp and low water content which allows a rapid drying. [2]
It is served with homemade pasta, such as cavatelli , strascinati or ferretti (also known as frizzuli). [3]
The peppers are cleaned with a dry cloth, deprived of the stalk and the seeds to be subsequently flash-fried in hot olive oil, flavoured with a garlic clove which is removed before the cooking. The frying takes just a few seconds, and they must be immediately extracted to avoid burns that compromise the flavour, giving an unpleasant taste. [4]
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