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Minestrone Alla Pugliese

Minestrone Alla Pugliese

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Minestrone alla pugliese is a variation of the classic minestrone enriched with turnip tops. Puglia is famous for its simple and genuine cuisine, and this dish perfectly represents the culinary tradition of the region.

Difficulty: Medium
Cooking: 40 min
Preparation: 15 min
Country: Italia

Ingredients

No. Servings
  • Turnip tops900G
  • Onions2
  • Tortiglioni pasta150G
  • Grated pecorino cheeseto taste
  • Chili powderto taste
  • Olive oil5Tablespoons
  • Saltto taste
  • Pepper2Pinches

Preparation

  1. STEP 1 OF 10

    If possible, choose turnip tops with flowering buds because they are more flavorful

  2. STEP 2 OF 10

    Boil them in salted water for about ten minutes, then separate the stems from the flowers

  3. STEP 3 OF 10

    Chop the stems together with the onions, place the mixture in a pot, and season it with three tablespoons of oil, a pinch of pepper, and a bit of chili powder

  4. STEP 4 OF 10

    After 5 minutes, pour in a liter and a half of hot water and let it simmer for an hour and three quarters

  5. STEP 5 OF 10

    Then add the pasta, stir, and add the flower buds

  6. STEP 6 OF 10

    Stir and cook until done

  7. STEP 7 OF 10

    Turn off the heat

  8. STEP 8 OF 10

    Sprinkle with pecorino, mix well, and let the minestrone rest for a few minutes

  9. STEP 9 OF 10

    Season with another pinch of pepper and chili powder, two tablespoons of raw oil, and serve

  10. STEP 10 OF 10

    Accompanying wines: Trentino Lagrein Rosato DOC, Parrina Rosato DOC, Castel Del Monte Rosato DOC

Suggestions

  • Pot

  • Knife

  • Cutting Board

General Information

Origin

Italia, Puglia

Analysis

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Macronutrients (100 gr)

Energy (kcal)102.85
Carbohydrates (g)12.21
of which Sugars (g)4.26
Fat (g)4.72
of which Saturates (g)0.67
Protein (g)2.51
Fiber (g)2.52
Sale (g)0.04
  • Proteins
    2.51g·11%
  • Carbohydrates
    12.21g·56%
  • Fats
    4.72g·21%
  • Fibers
    2.52g·11%