Ingredients
Recipe for 4 people.
🍝 300 g of fregola sarda | 🦪 900 g of seafood (mussels, clams, cockles, scallops) |
🍅 15 tomatoes | 🍷 125 ml of dry white wine |
🧄 4 cloves of garlic | 🫒 6 tbsp of olive oil |
🧂 Salt | 🌿 A bunch of herbs |
Utensils
🍳 Pot | 🍽️ Deep plate |
🍷 Wine glass | 🧄 Garlic press |
🧑🍳 Wooden spatula | 🔪 Knife |
🥄 Wooden spoon | 🌿 Bunch of herbs |
🌊 Strainer | 📏 Measuring cup |
🧂 Salt shaker | 🫒 Bottle of olive oil |
Step-by-step preparation
Total cooking time: 30 minutes
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Resting time: None
Cooking time: 20 minutes
STEP 1: In a pot, bring salted water to a boil and add the fregola sarda for cooking.
STEP 2: Cook the fregola for about 10 to 12 minutes until it becomes al dente, stirring occasionally.
STEP 3: Meanwhile, in a pan, heat olive oil and add the minced garlic to brown it.
STEP 4: Incorporate your favorite seafood or vegetables in the pan and sauté until cooked.
STEP 5: Drain the cooked fregola and mix it in the pan with the seafood or vegetables to combine well.
STEP 6: Season with salt, pepper, and possibly a bit of white wine to enhance the flavors.
STEP 7: Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley and grated parmesan if desired.
Preparing fregola sarda at home opens the door to an authentic culinary experience. This specialty from Sardinia, made from durum wheat semolina and water, transforms into a tasty dish with the addition of fresh ingredients. Whether you choose a recipe with seafood or a vegetable variant, the richness of flavors will delight your guests.
Baking the fregola allows for a nice crispy texture, while pairing with rich and aromatic sauces enhances this treasure of Mediterranean cuisine. Feel free to experiment with fresh herbs and seasonal ingredients to customize your dish to your taste.