TRADITIONAL NEAPOLITAN REINFORCED SALAD, Christmas Eve dish, typical recipe with pickled vegetables and anchovies, easy and quick to prepare.
The Reinforced Salad is a symbol of Neapolitan culinary tradition during Christmas Eve. This original recipe skillfully combines ingredients like al dente cooked cauliflower, anchovies, olives, papaccelle, and pickled vegetables, creating a dish rich in history and flavor.
The preparation of the Reinforced Salad is surprisingly simple. After cooking the cauliflower, you just need to mix it with the anchovies, olives, papaccelle, pickled vegetables, and dress everything with extra virgin olive oil. The magic of this dish lies in its simplicity and the careful selection of high-quality ingredients.
This salad can be customized according to personal tastes. Some variations include the addition of peppers, capers, or raisins, giving the dish an even more unique touch. The versatility of the Salad allows it to be adapted to each family’s preferences.
This dish, besides delighting the palate, carries with it the importance of Neapolitan culinary traditions. Christmas Eve is a special moment when families gather around tables filled with dishes that tell the story and culture of the region.
The Reinforced Salad is a journey into the heart of Neapolitan tradition. With its enveloping flavors and simple preparation, this dish brings a piece of culinary history to Christmas tables, offering an authentic and unforgettable gastronomic experience.
Join me in the kitchen today; there’s traditional Neapolitan reinforced salad.
Published on December 22, 2015, 12:31
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very cheap
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 4-6
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Christmas
Ingredients
The salad also includes peppers, pickles, and pickled onions.
- 1 mixed pickled vegetables
- 1 cauliflower
- 7 oz Neapolitan papaccelle
- a quarter cup black olives
- a quarter cup green olives
- 1 escarole (curly endive) (curly)
Steps
Wash the cauliflower and separate the florets, boil them until al dente, then let them cool.
In a salad bowl, arrange all the ingredients. If using salted anchovies, rinse them under running water. Add the cauliflower and, if you prefer, the raw escarole, and dress with oil, a bit of vinegar, and a little salt.
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with curly escarole
Traditional Neapolitan Reinforced Salad Recipe
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FAQ (Questions and Answers) Traditional Neapolitan Reinforced Salad Recipe
Can I prepare the reinforced salad in advance?
Of course! The salad can be prepared in advance.
Can I add other ingredients?
Yes, you can add capers, pine nuts, and raisins.
