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Radicchio trevigiano ai ferri
Grilled radicchio
Radicchio ai ferri: Treviso's grilled bitter radicchio with olive oil and vinegar
Treviso, north of Venice, is famous for its radicchio tardivo, long crimson leaves with white ribs that are harvested in December and forced in cold spring water until they are crisp and only gently bitter. In the Veneto it is often grilled on a griddle over the fire, dressed with olive oil, salt and a few drops of vinegar, and served next to grilled meat or polenta. The heat softens the bitterness and adds a smoky sweetness. Chef's tip: cut the heads lengthways through the root so the leaves stay joined and don't fall through the grill.
- Total time
- 17 min
- Difficulty
- easy
- Serves
- 4
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ½ tsp flaky salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp red wine or balsamic vinegar
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Method
0/3 doneStep 1: Cut 2 heads radicchio di Treviso or round radicchio lengthways into quarters through the root. Brush all over with half of 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil and season with ½ tsp flaky salt and ½ tsp black pepper.
Step 2: Heat a griddle pan or barbecue until very hot. Grill the radicchio for 3–4 minutes on each cut side, until wilted and charred in stripes. Common mistake: grilling too long; it turns soft and very bitter. It should be tender at the edges with a slight crunch in the middle.
8 minStep 3: Arrange on a plate, drizzle with the rest of the oil and 1 tbsp red wine or balsamic vinegar and serve warm.
Nutrition per serving
- Calories
- 110 kcal
- Protein
- 2 g
- Carbs
- 5 g
- Fat
- 10 g
- Fibre
- 3 g
Nutrition values are estimates.
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Good to know
- How long does radicchio trevigiano ai ferri take?
- About 17 minutes in total: 5 minutes to prepare and 12 minutes to cook.
- How many people does it serve?
- 4 as written. Change the servings above the ingredients and every amount scales to match.
- Is it vegan?
- Yes. It has no meat, fish, dairy or eggs.
- Is it gluten free?
- Yes, as written. Check the labels on stock, sauces and spice mixes, which sometimes contain gluten.
- What can I use instead of red wine or balsamic vinegar?
- Lemon juice, same amount.
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