Tarallucci salati millegusti

17/11/2023

The Tarallucci salati millegusti are a delicious and versatile snack, perfect to accompany an aperitif or to nibble on at any time of the day. Here is the basic recipe to which you can then add the ingredients you prefer to create various flavor combinations.

Ingredients

500 g of flour
200 ml of white wine
100 ml of extra virgin olive oil
Salt to taste
1 teaspoon of baking powder for savory cakes
Selection of spices and aromatic herbs (e.g., rosemary, thyme, oregano)
Various seeds for garnishing (e.g., poppy, sesame, flax seeds)
Grated cheese (pecorino, parmesan), if desired
Chili powder, if liked

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 180 °C (350 °F).
In a large bowl mix the flour, salt, and baking powder for savory cakes. Then add the chosen spices or herbs.
Add the extra virgin olive oil and white wine. If you want to enrich the dough you can also include some grated cheese or a pinch of chili powder.
Knead well until you get a uniform compound that does not stick to your hands; if necessary, add a little flour.
Take small pieces of dough and form the tarallucci, that is, small rings of the desired size.
If you wish, roll each taralluccio in a plate with the chosen seeds so as to cover them on the surface.
Arrange the tarallucci on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, making sure to leave some space between them.
Bake in the oven for about 20-25 minutes or until the tarallucci are slightly golden.

You can play around with the ingredients to create different variations. For example, tarallucci with fennel seeds for an aniseed touch, or with a mix of seeds for a rustic and tasty look.

Curiosity

The tarallucci have ancient origins and represent a vast family of cookies and savory snacks typical especially of Southern Italy. There are many variants, from sweet to savory like these, and it is traditional to pair them with good wine in convivial moments. In some versions, the traditional “pinch of sugar” is also used, creating an intriguing sweet-salty contrast.