Top 5 dishes you must try when visiting Puglia

Here some famous dishes you must try during your stay in Puglia.

1. Orecchiette alle cime di rapa:

This dish is a classic of Puglian cuisine and consists of ear-shaped pasta served with turnip greens and garlic. It is a hearty, flavorful dish that highlights the region’s abundant produce.

2. Fave e cicoria:

Credit Image: Cuochi in Progress – Giallo Zafferano

Another staple of Puglian cuisine, this dish features a mixture of fava beans and chicory, sautéed with garlic, chili, and olive oil. The flavors are simple yet bold, making for a delicious and satisfying meal.

3. Burrata di Andria:

Originating from the town of Andria, this fresh cheese is a type of mozzarella with a soft, creamy center. It is typically served with slices of ripe tomato, drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and a pinch of salt.

4. Polpette di melanzane:

These eggplant balls are made by grilling or roasting slices of eggplant, then rolling them into balls with breadcrumbs, eggs, cheese, and herbs. They are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, making for a delicious and satisfying snack or side dish.

5. Pasticciotto:

A traditional sweet pastry from Puglia, the pasticciotto is made of shortcrust pastry filled with custard and often dusted with powdered sugar. It is a staple of bakeries and pastry shops throughout the region and is a must-try for those with a sweet tooth.

Obviously there are plenty more delicatessen that will most likely melt your palate! Some of our reccomendations are also: Polpo alla pugliese, Focaccia di Altamura, “Sagne ‘Ncannulate” (Ricotta filled Sagne pasta), Cozze e vongole, Frise (or Friselle), Tiella, Panzerotti fritti or al forno, Bombette…..

Enjoy your culinary jurney in Puglia!

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