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San Marino Cuisine

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41 recipes

Signature San Marino Dishes

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San Marino·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes (plus 1 hour rising time)

Biscotti di San Martino

Biscotti di San Martino are traditional yeasted cookies, fragrant with anise and cinnamon, often shaped into rings or sticks. They are enjoyed on November 11th, St. Martin's Day, and are perfect for dipping in wine or coffee.

San Marino·Medium·2 hours 20 minutes

Bistecca di San Marino

Bistecca di San Marino is a traditional Sammarinese dish featuring beef steaks coated in seasoned flour, pan-fried, and then slow-cooked in a rich tomato sauce with leeks and wine. The result is incredibly tender, flavorful beef infused with the savory notes of the sauce.

San Marino·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Brodetto Sammarinese

A hearty and flavorful fish stew, typical of coastal Italian regions but adapted in San Marino, featuring a rich tomato base with a variety of fresh fish and shellfish, seasoned with local herbs.

San Marino·Easy·1 hour 10 minutes

Bustrengo

Bustrengo is a traditional fruitcake from San Marino and the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy. It's a dense, rich cake made with cornmeal, flour, breadcrumbs, dried fruits, nuts, and often apples, flavored with citrus zest. Traditionally baked in a fireplace, it's now a popular festive dessert, especially around Christmas.

San Marino·Medium·3 hours

Cacciagione in Umido Sammarinese

A rich and hearty stew featuring slow-cooked game meat (such as rabbit or wild boar) with aromatic vegetables, herbs, and a touch of red wine, embodying the rustic flavors of San Marino's countryside.

San Marino·Easy·50 minutes

Cacciatello

A simple yet delightful dessert from San Marino, Cacciatello is a moist and tender cake made primarily from semolina flour, eggs, and sugar, often flavored with lemon zest. It's a testament to the region's ability to create delicious treats from basic ingredients.

San Marino·Medium·55 minutes

Carciofi alla Romana Sammarinese

While originating from Rome, Carciofi alla Romana (Roman-style artichokes) is a beloved dish enjoyed in San Marino, reflecting the close culinary ties with Italy. This preparation involves braising artichokes with garlic, mint, parsley, and olive oil until tender and flavorful. It's a simple yet elegant side dish that highlights the natural taste of the artichoke.

San Marino·Medium·1 hour 55 minutes

Coniglio alla Sammarinese

A flavorful rabbit stew, 'Coniglio alla Sammarinese' is a rustic dish that showcases the local ingredients and culinary traditions of San Marino. It features tender rabbit braised with herbs, vegetables, and often a touch of white wine.

San Marino·Medium·1 hour 50 minutes

Coniglio con Finocchio

A traditional San Marinese dish featuring rabbit braised with aromatic fennel, creating a tender and flavorful meal often served with a side of polenta or crusty bread.

San Marino·Medium·2 hours

Coniglio in Porchetta

Coniglio in Porchetta is a traditional rabbit dish prepared in the style of 'porchetta,' which traditionally involves stuffing and roasting pork with wild fennel. In this variation, rabbit is seasoned, often stuffed with prosciutto, pancetta, and wild fennel, then roasted until tender and flavorful.

San Marino·Hard·2 hours

Coniglio in Porchetta Sammarinese

A flavorful rabbit dish prepared 'in porchetta' style, meaning it's seasoned with herbs and spices typically used for pork porchetta, then slow-roasted to tender perfection.

San Marino·Medium·1 hour 50 minutes

Coniglio in Umido con Erbe Aromatiche

A flavorful rabbit stew slow-cooked with aromatic herbs, white wine, and vegetables, embodying the rustic heart of Sammarinese cuisine.

San Marino·Easy·45 minutes

Crescia Sammarinese

Crescia Sammarinese is a savory, rustic flatbread originating from the Marche region of Italy, but widely popular and considered a local specialty in San Marino. It's often made with flour, water, olive oil, and cheese, and can be leavened or unleavened. It's versatile and can be enjoyed on its own, filled with cured meats and cheeses, or served as a side to various dishes. This version incorporates Pecorino Romano and Parmesan for a cheesy, flavorful bread.

San Marino·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Erbazzone Sammarinese

Erbazzone Sammarinese is a savory pie originating from San Marino, characterized by its filling of seasonal greens, onions, pancetta, and Parmesan cheese, all encased in a crisp, flaky pastry. It highlights the region's agricultural bounty and traditional peasant cuisine.

San Marino·Easy·1 hour 45 minutes

Fagioli al Forno Sammarinese

A baked bean dish from San Marino, distinct from its Italian counterparts, featuring tender white beans slow-cooked with pancetta, herbs, and a touch of tomato. It's a savory and satisfying side dish or a light main course.

San Marino·Medium·2.5-3.5 hours

Fagioli con le Cotiche

A hearty and flavorful bean and pork rind stew, considered a traditional comfort food in San Marino, especially during colder months. It exemplifies the region's history of using simple, wholesome ingredients to create deeply satisfying dishes.

San Marino·Medium·55 minutes

Fagottini di Spinaci e Ricotta

Delicate pasta parcels filled with a creamy mixture of spinach and ricotta cheese, often served with a light butter and sage sauce. A comforting and elegant dish representative of San Marino's culinary heritage.

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San Marino·Easy·50 minutes

Fregolotta Sammarinese

Fregolotta is a rustic, crumbly cake originating from the Veneto region of Italy, but enjoyed in San Marino. It's characterized by its simple ingredients and delicious, shortbread-like texture, often served with dessert wine.

San Marino·Medium·1 hour

Nidi di Rondine

Nidi di Rondine, meaning 'swallow's nests', is a delightful pasta casserole from San Marino. It features lasagna sheets rolled with a filling of béchamel sauce, prosciutto, cheese, and herbs, then baked in marinara sauce until golden and bubbly. It's a comforting and visually appealing dish.

San Marino·Medium·35 minutes

Passatelli in Brodo

A traditional San Marinese pasta dish featuring thick, short strands of pasta made from breadcrumbs, eggs, and Parmesan cheese, served in a rich meat broth.

San Marino·Medium·35 minutes

Passatelli in Brodo con Tartufo

A refined version of the classic Sammarinese passatelli in broth, elevated with the earthy aroma and flavor of fresh truffle.

San Marino·Easy·35 minutes

Pastella Fritta Sammarinese

A delightful sweet and savory fried batter, often enjoyed as a street food or appetizer in San Marino. It features a light, airy batter that's fried until golden and crispy, sometimes dusted with sugar or served with savory dips.

San Marino·Easy·35 minutes

Piada de la Nonna

A rustic and hearty flatbread, 'Piada de la Nonna' (Grandmother's Piada) is a staple in San Marino, often served as a side or a base for various fillings. This version emphasizes traditional preparation methods and simple, wholesome ingredients.

San Marino·Easy·30-40 minutes

Piadina Romagnola

A thin, unleavened Italian flatbread traditionally made with flour, lard or olive oil, salt, and water. It's a versatile staple in San Marino, often served as a quick meal or snack, filled with a variety of savory or sweet ingredients.

San Marino·Easy·40 minutes

Piadina Tosta Sammarinese

A crispy, pan-fried flatbread sandwich from San Marino, typically filled with prosciutto, arugula, and pecorino cheese, offering a delightful balance of savory and peppery flavors.

San Marino·Easy·1 hour

Polenta con Salsiccia e Funghi Sammarinese

A hearty and rustic dish featuring creamy polenta topped with a rich ragu of local sausage and wild mushrooms, seasoned with herbs. This dish embodies the comforting flavors of San Marino's countryside cuisine.

San Marino·Challenging·3 hours 30 minutes

Polenta con Sugo di Cinghiale Sammarinese

A hearty and flavorful dish featuring creamy polenta served with a rich wild boar ragu, slow-cooked to perfection with San Marinese herbs and red wine, offering a taste of traditional mountain cuisine.

San Marino·Medium·1 hour

Polenta Concia Sammarinese

A rich and comforting polenta dish, 'concia' meaning 'dressed' or 'adorned,' featuring creamy polenta enriched with local cheeses and butter, a staple in San Marino's rustic cuisine.

San Marino·Medium·1 hour

Polenta Concia Sammarinese Variant

A rich and comforting variation of Polenta Concia, featuring creamy polenta enriched with local cheeses and a touch of San Marinese sausage.

San Marino·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Polenta Sammarinese con Salsiccia

A hearty and rustic polenta dish from San Marino, featuring creamy polenta enriched with crumbled sausage and a savory tomato-based sauce. This is a comforting and flavorful main course that highlights local ingredients.

San Marino·Medium·1 hour

Polenta sul Tagliere

A rustic and hearty winter dish from San Marino, featuring creamy polenta served directly on a wooden cutting board, traditionally topped with a rich sausage ragu and grated pecorino cheese. It can also be prepared with a savory sauce of birdseed, lard, and sage for a more unique flavor profile.

San Marino·Medium·1 hour

Polenta Taragna Sammarinese

A hearty and rustic polenta dish from San Marino, made with a blend of cornmeal and buckwheat flour, enriched with local cheese and butter. It's a comforting and flavorful staple.

San Marino·Medium·55 minutes

Strozzapreti con Salsiccia e Funghi

A hearty and flavorful pasta dish featuring hand-rolled strozzapreti pasta tossed with crumbled sausage, earthy mushrooms, garlic, and a touch of white wine.

San Marino·Medium·45 minutes

Tagliatelle ai Funghi Porcini Sammarinese

A rich and earthy pasta dish featuring fresh tagliatelle tossed with sautéed porcini mushrooms, garlic, parsley, and a touch of white wine, embodying the rustic flavors of San Marino's countryside.

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San Marino·Easy·1 hour 5 minutes

Torta di Mandorle Sammarinese

A delightful almond cake, Torta di Mandorle, is a classic dessert in San Marino, often enjoyed with coffee or a sweet wine. Its rich almond flavor and tender crumb make it a perfect treat.

San Marino·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes - 1 hour 20 minutes

Torta di Riso Sammarinese

A delightful baked rice pudding cake, often flavored with lemon zest and sometimes liqueur, offering a comforting and subtly sweet dessert experience characteristic of San Marino's culinary traditions.

San Marino·Medium·55 minutes

Torta Titano

Torta Titano is a layered dessert inspired by Monte Titano, San Marino's central mountain. It features five layers of square wafers filled with cocoa cream, coffee, and hazelnuts, all covered in dark chocolate.

San Marino·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Torta Tre Monti

A rich and decadent chocolate hazelnut cake, inspired by the Three Towers of San Marino. It features layers of wafer, chocolate cream, and hazelnut cream, often topped with chocolate ganache and almonds.

San Marino·Hard·1 hour

Tortelli di Zucca

A delightful pasta dish featuring delicate ravioli filled with a sweet and savory pumpkin mixture, often seasoned with nutmeg and served with a simple butter and sage sauce or a light tomato sauce.

San Marino·Easy·1 hour 20 minutes

Zuppa di Cavolo Nero Sammarinese

A hearty and nourishing black kale soup, Zuppa di Cavolo Nero, is a staple in San Marino, especially during cooler months. It's a rustic dish that combines the earthy flavor of kale with beans and other vegetables.

San Marino·Medium·2-2.5 hours

Zuppa di Farro

A hearty and nutritious soup made with farro (spelt), a ancient grain, often combined with beans and vegetables. This rustic soup is a staple in the region, reflecting its agricultural roots and the use of simple, wholesome ingredients.

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