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Traditional Apulian pasta dish

Ciceri e Tria[edit]

Ciceri e Tria is a traditional dish from the region of Apulia in southern Italy. It is a unique pasta dish that combines both fresh and fried pasta with chickpeas, creating a distinctive texture and flavor profile that is emblematic of Apulian cuisine.

Ingredients[edit]

The main ingredients of Ciceri e Tria include:

Pasta: Typically, a homemade pasta is used, which is partially fried to add a crispy texture.
Chickpeas: These are the "ciceri" in the dish, providing a hearty and nutritious component.
Olive oil: A staple in Apulian cooking, used for frying the pasta and as a base for the sauce.
Garlic and onion: Used to flavor the dish.
Herbs: Such as rosemary or bay leaf, to enhance the aroma.
Salt and pepper: For seasoning.

Preparation[edit]

The preparation of Ciceri e Tria involves several steps:

1. Cooking the Chickpeas: The chickpeas are soaked overnight and then cooked until tender. They are often simmered with garlic, onion, and herbs to infuse them with flavor.

2. Making the Pasta: The pasta dough is prepared and rolled out, then cut into strips. A portion of these strips is set aside to be fried.

3. Frying the Pasta: Some of the pasta strips are fried in olive oil until golden and crispy. This step is crucial as it adds a unique texture to the dish.

4. Combining Ingredients: The cooked chickpeas and their broth are combined with the unfried pasta and simmered together. Just before serving, the fried pasta is added to the dish.

5. Serving: Ciceri e Tria is typically served hot, garnished with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of freshly ground pepper.

Cultural Significance[edit]

Ciceri e Tria is more than just a dish; it is a reflection of the resourcefulness and culinary traditions of the Apulian people. The use of simple, locally available ingredients to create a satisfying and flavorful meal is a hallmark of the region's cuisine. This dish is often prepared during festivals and family gatherings, symbolizing unity and tradition.

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-'''Ciceri e tria''' is a traditional pasta dish from the [[Apulia]] region of [[Italy]], specifically from the [[Salento]] area. The name of the dish comes from the [[Arabic language|Arabic]] word for pasta, "tria", and the [[Latin language|Latin]] word for chickpeas, "cicer".
+{{Short description|Traditional Apulian pasta dish}}
+{{Use dmy dates|date=October 2023}}
-== History ==
+==Ciceri e Tria==
-The dish has a long history, dating back to the 13th century when the [[Arabs]] ruled southern Italy. The Arabs introduced many new foods to the region, including pasta and chickpeas. The combination of these two ingredients in a single dish was a novelty at the time, and it quickly became a staple of the local cuisine.
+[[File:Piatto_ciceri_e_tria.jpg|thumb|right|A traditional serving of Ciceri e Tria]]
+'''Ciceri e Tria''' is a traditional dish from the region of [[Apulia]] in southern [[Italy]]. It is a unique pasta dish that combines both fresh and fried pasta with chickpeas, creating a distinctive texture and flavor profile that is emblematic of Apulian cuisine.
-== Preparation ==
+==Ingredients==
-Ciceri e tria is made by cooking [[chickpeas]] in a pot with [[onion]], [[celery]], [[carrot]], and [[tomato]]. Some of the pasta, the "tria", is then fried in [[olive oil]] until it becomes crispy. The rest of the pasta is boiled in water. The cooked chickpeas are then mixed with the boiled pasta, and the fried pasta is added on top as a garnish. The dish is typically served hot, and it is often accompanied by a glass of [[red wine]].
+The main ingredients of Ciceri e Tria include:
+* [[Pasta]]: Typically, a homemade pasta is used, which is partially fried to add a crispy texture.
+* [[Chickpeas]]: These are the "ciceri" in the dish, providing a hearty and nutritious component.
+* [[Olive oil]]: A staple in Apulian cooking, used for frying the pasta and as a base for the sauce.
+* [[Garlic]] and [[onion]]: Used to flavor the dish.
+* [[Herbs]]: Such as [[rosemary]] or [[bay leaf]], to enhance the aroma.
+* [[Salt]] and [[pepper]]: For seasoning.
-== Cultural significance ==
+==Preparation==
-Ciceri e tria is considered a symbol of the culinary heritage of the Salento area. It is often prepared for special occasions and family gatherings. The dish is also popular during the period of [[Lent]], as it is free from animal products and therefore suitable for those following the religious dietary restrictions of this period.
+The preparation of Ciceri e Tria involves several steps:
-== See also ==
+. '''Cooking the Chickpeas''': The chickpeas are soaked overnight and then cooked until tender. They are often simmered with garlic, onion, and herbs to infuse them with flavor.
-* [[Italian cuisine]]
+. '''Making the Pasta''': The pasta dough is prepared and rolled out, then cut into strips. A portion of these strips is set aside to be fried.
+. '''Frying the Pasta''': Some of the pasta strips are fried in olive oil until golden and crispy. This step is crucial as it adds a unique texture to the dish.
+. '''Combining Ingredients''': The cooked chickpeas and their broth are combined with the unfried pasta and simmered together. Just before serving, the fried pasta is added to the dish.
+. '''Serving''': Ciceri e Tria is typically served hot, garnished with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of freshly ground pepper.
+==Cultural Significance==
+Ciceri e Tria is more than just a dish; it is a reflection of the resourcefulness and culinary traditions of the Apulian people. The use of simple, locally available ingredients to create a satisfying and flavorful meal is a hallmark of the region's cuisine. This dish is often prepared during festivals and family gatherings, symbolizing unity and tradition.
+==Related pages==
+* [[Apulian cuisine]]
 * [[Pasta]]
 * [[Chickpea]]
+* [[Italian cuisine]]
 [[Category:Italian cuisine]]
 [[Category:Pasta dishes]]
-[[Category:Vegetarian cuisine]]
+[[Category:Apulian cuisine]]
-{{Italian cuisine}}
-{{Pasta dishes}}
-{{Vegetarian cuisine}}
-{{food-stub}}