Italian Cuisine Flashcards
What does a typical Italian meal consists of
A typical Italian meal will start with a big plate of antipasti, which are predominantly vegetables (like pepperoncini, mushrooms, and artichoke hearts) and a selection of cured meats (like prosciutto and capicola). Then it moves on to a small pasta dish, which is followed by a light protein—perhaps a leg of lamb,
Most common ingredients in Italian cuisine
Italian cuisine has a great variety of different ingredients which are commonly used, ranging from fruits, vegetables, sauces, meats, etc. In the North of Italy, fish (such as cod, or baccalà), potatoes, rice, corn (maize), sausages, pork, and different types of cheeses are the most common ingredients.
Olive oil is the cornerstone of most Italian cooking (to braise, fry, and drizzle), then come the vegetables. Garlic and onion are the familiar go-to’s, but intense green vegetables are often stars on the plate. Balsamic vinegar always claims a prime spot in an Italian kitchen
What are the most common dishes in Italian cuisine
If you think of Italian cuisine, pizza and pasta come to mind immediately, but there are many more dishes, such as p isoto, osbubucco, Florentine steak, and incredible desserts, such as tiramisu, profiteroles or pudding , that complement the picture of the superb Italian cuisine that is included in the Mediterranean diet and is considered one of the healthiest in the world.
What does Italian breakfast consists of
Italian breakfast is light and usually consists of a cup of coffee (warm milk for children) and cookies (cookies), bread or rolls. Alkarsa croissants or other fillings are also popular.
Staple food in Italian diet
Spaghetti is a staple in the Italian diet.
How is spaghetti served
They are served in many different ways: from ravioli, which are small squares filled with meat, cheese or vegetables, to fettuccine, which is noodles on wide strips. All this is well accompanied by a wide selection of sauces, one of them is the famous Bolognese
How is bolognese sauce prepared
prepared with tomatoes, mince, pork, veal or chicken livers, while other types are salmon or mushrooms.
Italian meal timings
Lunch is eaten between 11:30 and 14:00; dinner is around 7.30pm, but in Sicily and other southern regions it is quite common to have dinner at 10.30pm.
