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Sicilian Pane Cunzato

by Chef Max Mariola · 1.1M subscribers on YouTube

A classic seasoned bread from Sicily, specifically the Trapani and Marsala regions, rich in flavor with simple, high-quality Mediterranean ingredients.

Difficulty
easy

Ingredients

8 items
  • BreadSoft loaf of bread (filoncino morbido)
  • Extra Virgin Olive OilHigh-quality Sicilian olive oil
  • Sicilian OreganoDried Sicilian oregano
  • AnchoviesSicilian anchovy fillets (e.g., Sant'Erasmo)
  • TomatoFlavorful, sun-ripened tomatoes (e.g., Cuore di bue)
  • SaltA pinch to season the tomatoes
  • Primo SaleSicilian Primo Sale cheese
  • Tuna(optional)Mediterranean tuna fillets (tonnetto del Mediterraneo)

Method

  1. Cut a soft loaf of bread in half lengthwise.
  2. Remove a small amount of the inner crumb (mollica) to create space.
  3. Drizzle a generous amount of high-quality olive oil over the bread.
  4. Generously rub and sprinkle dried Sicilian oregano over the oil.
  5. Break the anchovy fillets into small pieces and distribute them evenly across the bread.
  6. Slice the tomatoes thinly and arrange them over the bread, adding a small pinch of salt.
  7. Add slices of Primo Sale cheese across the surface.
  8. Optional: Break up fresh Mediterranean tuna fillets and distribute them over the cheese.
  9. Drizzle with another touch of olive oil and add a few more tomato slices if desired.
  10. Close the sandwich, press down firmly, and let it rest for 2 minutes to let the flavors meld before serving. Alternatively, wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for a couple of hours.
Chef Max Mariola

Chef Max Mariola

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