ITALY Flashcards
(37 cards)
What is the minimum aging of Parmigiano Reggiano?
12 months
Mozarela di Bufala may come from which two regions?
Campania
Lazio
The Italian PGI Riso Nano Vialone, is known for is risotto-destined rice from this Italian region:
Verona - Veneto
What is Carnairolli and where is it from? What is an alternative?
Plump, starchy rice grain traditionally used for risotto. Grown in Po Valley, Piedmont. Arborio is slightly smaller and slightly less starchy.
What is gremolata? What well known Italian dish is used with?
A fresh mixtures of parsley, lemon zest, and garlic. Common to garnish a serving of Osso Bucco- which is traditionally served with Risotto alla Millanese.
What is Ribollita?
This Tuscan stew was created when servants would clear the plates of their masters and cook the leftovers in boiling water. Ribollita, which means re-boiled, is made with cannellini beans and hearty vegetables and thickened with stale bread.
What is Spigola?
Branzino
What is Sogliola?
Dover Sole
What is Astice/Aragosta?
European Lobster
What is Tonno?
Bluefin Tuna
What is Cozze/Mitili?
Mussels
What is Gambero/Scampi?
Prawn/Shrimp
What is Vongole?
Clams
What is Spada?
Swordfish
What is Ostrica?
Oysters
What is Sgombro?
Mackerel
What is Polpo?
Octopus
What is San Pietro?
John Dory
What is Rombo Chiodato?
Turbot
What is Seppia?
Cuttlefish
What is Bressaola?
Air-dried beef from Lombardy
What is Agnello?
Lamb
What is Rustichello della Pedemontana?
Chicken variety from the Veneto
What is Ciccioli?
Cracklings
