Lucanian Baby Octopus & Scialatielli (Thick Pasta)
2021 Italy
Lucanian Baby Octopus is featured in this episode, with Sonia Peronaci demonstrating how to prepare these tender, flavorful seafood pieces. She pairs this dish with Scialatielli, a thick, homemade pasta that complements the octopus perfectly. These recipes highlight the rich seafood and pasta traditions of Lucania.
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Sonia Peronaci
Sonia Peronaci
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Marco Capedri
Marco Capedri
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