Marinda di Pachino PGI tomatoes 500g

Marinda di Pachino PGI tomato

Also called MARINDA

The Ribbed Tomato of Pachino PGI is a typical tomato from Sicily.

cultivated in a specific area of ​​the province of Syracuse which includes the municipalities of Pachino,

Portopalo di Capo Passero, Noto, Ispica and Rosolini.

Characteristics of the Marinda Tomato from Pachino

• Form: ribbed, flattened with a characteristic dark green “brushstroke” at the base.
• Color: intense red when ripe.
• Size: medium, weighing approximately 150 grams.
• Flavor: sweet and intense, with a light basil aroma.
• Pulp: firm and compact, with few seeds.

Protected Geographical Indication (PGI):

The PGI brand guarantees that the Pachino ribbed tomatoes have been grown and produced according to strict production regulations, which protect their qualitative characteristics and specificity linked to the territory of origin.

The Pachino PGI ribbed tomato is a product of excellence of Sicilian gastronomy, appreciated throughout the world for its unique flavor and its nutritional properties.

How to cook the Marina di pachino tomato

The Marinda tomato is a versatile tomato, suitable for different preparations:

• Salads: its intense flavor makes it perfect for fresh and colorful salads.
• Sauces: ideal for preparing simple and tasty sauces for first courses.
• Main courses: excellent to accompany second courses of meat or fish.
• Preserves: It can be used to prepare tomato preserves such as peeled tomatoes or tomato puree

Some typical recipes:

• Spaghetti with Pachino tomato: a classic of Sicilian cuisine, simple and tasty.
• Pachino tomato salad with salted ricotta: a fresh and light dish, perfect for summer.
• Confit Pachino tomatoes: a tasty and versatile side dish.!

Tips:

• To enhance the flavor of the Pachino ribbed tomato, consume it raw or briefly cooked.
• Choose firm tomatoes with a deep red color.
• Store tomatoes in the refrigerator in a paper bag.

Pachino PGI varieties:

There are several varieties of Pachino PGI rib tomatoes, including:

• Classic Pachino: the most common tomato, with an elongated shape and evident ribs.
• Cherry Pachino: a small tomato, with a sweet and sugary flavour.
• Pachino yellow: an intense yellow tomato, with a more delicate flavor than the red tomato.

Curiosity:

• The ribbed tomato from Pachino was recognized as Traditional Agri-Food Product (PAT) by the Ministry of Agricultural, Food and Forestry Policies.
• The ribbed tomato from Pachino is the main ingredient of the Pachino PGI tomato sauce, a high quality product with a unique flavour.

If you happen to taste it, you won't be disappointed!

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