Salina Cucunci in SlowFood® Vinegar 200g

Salina Cucunci in SlowFood® Vinegar

an excellent product with a unique taste

Cucuncio is the fruit of the caper with an elongated shape similar to a gherkin with a strong flavor and is excellent,

to be used as an appetizer, side dish and aperitif.

I Salina Cucunci in SlowFood® Vinegar

They are a typical product of the island of Salina, in the Aeolian archipelago.

These are the fruits of the caper plant, which are harvested by hand and then preserved in vinegar or brine.

Difference between caper and cucuncio

SlowFood® Cucunci di Salina Conditi have an intense green color and a sour and slightly salty flavour. The texture is crunchy and meaty. Cucunci are larger than capers and have a more delicate flavour.

CAPERS FROM THE AEOLIAN ISLANDS SLOWFOOD®

The sun, the sea and the earth make the Aeolian landscape unique, with its intense colors and its genuine flavors, as are the Aeolian Flavors, an ancient tradition that has its roots in the splendid Pollara, in Salina.

Fishing and salt are some of the resources that the sea offers to these splendid islands, such as citrus fruits, olives, capers and cucunci are a part of the Mediterranean crops that abound in the fertile Aeolian land.

How to consume it

SlowFood® Cucunci di Salina Conditi are a versatile product that can be used in the kitchen in different ways.

They are perfect to accompany meat, fish, cheese and vegetable dishes.

They can also be used to prepare pizzas, focaccias and salads.

Ideal for aperitifs

Some variations of seasoned cucunci

There are different variations of Cucunci di Salina Conditi SlowFood®, depending on the manufacturer. In some areas, for example, cucunci are preserved in white vinegar, while in others red wine vinegar is used. In some cases, cucunci are also flavored with garlic, chili pepper or oregano.

Typical recipe:

Cherry tomato salad with Cucunci di Salina Seasoned SlowFood®

Ingredients:

• 200 g of cherry tomatoes
• 100 g of Cucunci di Salina Conditi SlowFood®
• 50 g of mozzarella
• extra virgin olive oil
• salt
• black pepper

Preparation:

1. Wash the cherry tomatoes and cut them in half.
2. Cut the mozzarella into cubes.
3. In a bowl, mix the cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, SlowFood® Cucunci di Salina Conditi, extra virgin olive oil, salt and black pepper.
4. Serve the fresh salad.

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