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Traditional Recipes

saffron culurgiones

Culurgiones with Saffron are a typical dish of Sardinian cuisine, characterized by stuffed pasta and seasoned with a tasty sauce and olive oil. The ready-to-use “Is Prendas” pasta simplifies the preparation of this delicacy. Follow the steps and get ready to enjoy an authentic Sardinian culinary experience!

INGREDIENTS

“Is Prendas” pasta with saffron (quantity indicated in the package)

150 g of freshly grated pecorino

1 clove of garlic finely chopped

400 g of peeled tomatoes

1 small onion finely chopped

2 tablespoons of olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

PREPARATION

  1. Cook the “Is Prendas” pasta with saffron following the instructions on the package.
  2. Prepare the sauce: in a pan, heat the olive oil and add the chopped onion. Let it sweat slightly, then add the chopped peeled tomatoes, salt and pepper. Cook for about 15-20 minutes over medium-low heat.
  3. Cook the culurgiones in abundant salted water for 2-3 minutes or until they rise to the surface. Drain them and season them with the sauce and a drizzle of olive oil.
  4. Serve the saffron culurgiones with hot sauce and oil. You can garnish with a sprinkling of freshly grated pecorino.
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