Sofrito from Corfu: A Very Easy to Do Recipe

Sofrito: Corfiot Traditional Recipe

Sofrito is another Venetian dish that has been fully embraced by Corfu’s culinary tradition. This traditional beef-based dish is versatile and can be served with fries, spaghetti, rice, or mashed potatoes depending on taste.

Ingredients

1. 4 thin slices of veal
2. 150 grams of olive oil
3. 50 grams of white or red vinegar
4. 1 bunch of finely chopped parsley
5. Flour, enough to cover the meat
6. 4-5 cloves of finely chopped garlic
7. Salt and black pepper to taste

Note: The secret of a perfect Sofrito is in the garlic – it gives the dish its characteristic flavor.

Instructions

1. Heat some olive oil in a pan.
2. Lightly flour the slices of veal on both sides.
3. Brown the meat in the hot oil, turning once it lifts from the pan.
4. Transfer the browned slices to a separate saucepan.
5. In a clean pan, sauté parsley and garlic in a little olive oil for 1 minute, then add to the saucepan with the meat.
6. Place the saucepan over heat, add vinegar and enough hot water to cover the meat, and bring to a boil.
7. Add salt and pepper, and let the dish simmer until the sauce thickens and the meat is tender.
8. Lower the heat slightly toward the end; the Sofrito is ready when the sauce is rich and flavorful.

Serving suggestion: Sofrito pairs wonderfully with fried potatoes, mashed potatoes, rice, or even spaghetti, depending on your preference.

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