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Nutritional Values
350kcal
20gProtein
28gCarbs
20gFat
1gFibre
150 gServing
* Per serving · 150 g. May vary.
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🌾 Gluten
Crostini di Fegato
How to order / say it
Say it
Crostini di Fegato — [kroh-STEE-nee dee FEH-gah-toh]
Order
I'd like the crostini di fegato, please.
Locally
Vorrei i crostini di fegato, per favore.
Say locally
Toasted bread with a chicken liver pâté topping.
Why try it?
Crostini di Fegato is perfect as a starter, beloved for its rich flavor and simplicity. This dish exemplifies the Tuscan skill of transforming humble ingredients into something extraordinary.
How it tastes
The creamy liver pâté is savory with a rich depth of flavor, enhanced by aromatic herbs, creating a harmonious balance of taste when paired with crispy toasted bread.
Origin & History — first documented: 1300
Originally from the peasant kitchens of Tuscany, this dish has deep roots in Florentine tradition. Since the Middle Ages, it has been a staple served at festive occasions, highlighting local flavors and resourceful cooking.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 200 g Chicken livers
- 🌾 4 slices Bread
- 🥛 2 tbsp Butter
- 🥕 1 tbsp Capers
- 🐟 2 Anchovy fillets
- 🧄 1, diced Onion
- 🌿 5 g, chopped Parsley
Method
- 1 Sauté onions and chicken livers with butter until cooked.
- 2 Add capers and anchovy, cook until livers are browned.
- 3 Blend the mixture into a smooth pâté.
- 4 Toast bread slices and spread with the pâté, garnish with parsley.
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