mezzomediRadicchio
Distinctly bitter red chicory, which mellows when grilled or braised.
A bitter lettuce with wavy purple leaves, radicchio offers a pungent and slightly bitter flavor. Its texture is crisp and firm. In Mediterranean cuisine, it adds a note of character to salads, lends itself well to baking or pan-frying where its bitterness softens, and enriches dishes with its distinctive color.
Best pairings
Olive oil Classic88%Extra virgin olive oil enhancing the bitterness of grilled radicchio, an essential Mediterranean pairing.
Garlic Classic88%Caramelized garlic during cooking amplifies the deep flavor of Italian-style braised radicchio.
Red wine Classic86%Tannic red wine complementing the bitterness of radicchio in a classic Italian braise.
Anchovy Classic84%Salted anchovies bring intense umami and depth that ennoble the bitterness of raw or cooked radicchio.
Gorgonzola Classic83%Radicchio and Gorgonzola, bitterness and creamy blue in risotto.
Parmesan Classic82%Radicchio and Parmesan risotto: bitterness and umami.
Shallot Classic81%Shallots bring a finely citrusy sweetness that softens radicchio's bitterness in vinaigrette.
Extra virgin olive oil Classic80%Grilled radicchio drizzled with olive oil.
Walnut Aroma bridge80%Walnuts and radicchio, bitterness and tannin in a winter salad.
Lemon Classic80%Lemon cuts bitterness with its bright acidity in Mediterranean Southern salads.
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FAQ
What goes with radicchio?
Radicchio pairs especially well with olive oil, garlic, red wine, anchovy and gorgonzola. Extra virgin olive oil enhancing the bitterness of grilled radicchio, an essential Mediterranean pairing.
When is radicchio in season?
Best season: autumn, winter.
What can I substitute for radicchio?
If you don't have it, try: escarole, endive, arugula.