Teresa's Recipes
Lampredotto Sandwich
Dive into the heart of Florence with the Lampredotto Sandwich, a beloved street food that showcases the city's culinary heritage. This unique sandwich features tender, slow-cooked lampredotto, the fourth stomach of a cow, renowned for its rich flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture. Nestled in a crusty roll and adorned with zesty salsa verde and a kick of spicy sauce, this dish is a delightful journey for your taste buds. Traditionally enjoyed by locals, this sandwich is not just a meal; it's an experience steeped in history, often enjoyed at bustling food stalls throughout Florence.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs, cleaned Lampredotto (abomasum)
- 1 large, quartered Onion
- 2 stalks, chopped Celery
- 1 large, chopped Carrot
- 2, quartered Tomatoes
- enough to cover the lampredotto Water
- 4, split Crusty rolls
- 1/2 cup Salsa verde
- 1/4 cup Spicy sauce
- for garnish Fresh parsley
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Sandwich
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 18g
- Carbs: 42g
- Protein: 40g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Sugar: 5g
Instructions
- Clean the lampredotto thoroughly, ensuring any remaining impurities are removed. Place it in a large pot.
- Add the quartered onion, chopped celery, carrot, and quartered tomatoes to the pot.
- Cover the lampredotto with enough water to fully submerge it. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 4 hours, or until the lampredotto is fork-tender.
- After cooking, carefully remove the lampredotto from the pot and allow it to cool slightly. Once cool enough to handle, thinly slice it against the grain.
- Split the crusty rolls in half and generously spread salsa verde on the bottom half and spicy sauce on the top half.
- Layer the sliced lampredotto onto the rolls and drizzle with additional salsa verde and spicy sauce if desired.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve the Lampredotto Sandwich hot, letting the warmth of the meat meld beautifully with the sauces.
Tips
- For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding pickled vegetables or a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese to your sandwich.
- If you like it spicier, feel free to add more spicy sauce or even a slice of jalapeño.