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Piadina with Stracciatella and Turnip Tops

17/11/2023

The piadina with stracciatella and turnip tops is a tasty and slightly more gourmet variant of the classic Romagnolo street food that combines the softness of the cheese with the characteristic green flavor of the turnip tops. Let’s see the recipe:

Ingredients

  • Ready-made piadinas or dough for piadinas (flour, water, lard or extra virgin olive oil, salt, baking soda or leavening agent for savory cakes)
  • 200 g of buffalo stracciatella
  • 400 g of turnip tops
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • Chili pepper (to taste)
  • Salt
  • Extra virgin olive oil

Preparation

  1. If you are making piadinas from scratch, start by kneading the flour with water, lard or oil, a pinch of salt, and baking soda or leavening agent for savory cakes until you get a smooth dough. Let it rest for about 30 minutes, then roll out thin sheets and cook them on a hot griddle or pan for about 1-2 minutes per side.

  2. Clean the turnip tops by removing the woodier parts and wash them well. Let them drain and cut into smaller pieces if necessary.

  3. In a large pan, fry the garlic cloves in extra virgin olive oil and, if you like, add a whole or chopped chili pepper.

  4. Add the turnip tops and cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until they are softened and flavored, for about 10-15 minutes. Adjust the salt to taste.

  5. Take a piadina, heat it slightly on both sides, and spread a generous amount of stracciatella on top.

  6. Add the cooked turnip tops and fold the piadina in half.

  7. Serve immediately to enjoy the piadina while it’s still hot, with the contrast of the fresh and creamy cheese.

Curiosity

Buffalo stracciatella is a typical cheese from the Puglia region, particularly from the area of Andria. It is made with buffalo milk and pieces of torn mozzarella, hence the name “stracciatella,” immersed in cream. Paired with turnip tops, it offers a balance of flavors ranging from sweet and creamy to the slightly bitter taste characteristic of this vegetable.

I hope this recipe will satisfy your craving for a tasty and simple dish that combines Italian tradition with the joy of experimenting with new combinations. Enjoy your meal!

Piadina with Stracciatella and Turnip Tops