Guide to Pairing Canino Extra Virgin Olive Oil with Italian Cuisine

The Art of Pairing: Canino Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Italian Cuisine

Extra virgin olive oil is not just a condiment, but a true ingredient that can enhance or completely transform a dish. Our Canino Oil from Tuscia Viterbese, with its distinctive aromatic profile and perfect balance of fruity, bitter, and peppery notes, lends itself to countless pairings with traditional Italian recipes.

Bruschetta and Appetizers: The Triumph of Simplicity

Bruschetta is the ultimate test for a quality oil. Our Canino Oil, with its herbaceous notes and slightly peppery finish, pairs perfectly with:

• Classic bruschetta - Toasted Tuscan bread, rubbed with garlic and a generous drizzle of raw oil
• Fettunta with tomatoes - Canino oil enhances the sweetness of fresh tomatoes
• Legume crostini - A final drizzle of oil on chickpea or cannellini bean spread
• Vegetable carpaccio - Thinly sliced raw zucchini, artichokes, or porcini mushrooms

First Courses: Pasta, Soups, and Risottos

In Italian cuisine, the first course is often when extra virgin olive oil takes center stage.

Simple Pasta Dishes

Canino Oil excels in essential preparations where every ingredient matters:

• Spaghetti aglio, olio e peperoncino - The dish that best celebrates a full-bodied oil
• Pasta e ceci - A drizzle of raw oil before serving transforms the dish
• Pici all'aglione - A Tuscan tradition that highlights the fruity notes of the oil

Traditional Soups

The rustic soups of Central Italy require a robust oil:

• Tuscan ribollita - Canino oil added raw completes the dish
• Acquacotta - A typical Tuscia recipe, inseparable from our oil
• Farro soup - The herbaceous notes of the oil harmonize with the grains
• Vegetable soup - A generous spoonful enhances every vegetable

Meat Main Courses: Roasts, Grills, and Braises

Meats, especially grilled dishes typical of Lazio and Tuscan cuisine, find a perfect ally in Canino Oil.

• Sliced beef tagliata - A drizzle of raw oil on freshly sliced meat
• Abbacchio scottadito - Marinade and final dressing with Canino oil
• Pollo alla diavola - The oil enhances the flavor of aromatic herbs
• Grilled sausages - A few drops of oil on the steaming meat

For white meats and more delicate preparations, we recommend our Filtered Canino Oil, with its softer and rounder taste.

Fish: Delicacy and Elegance

Contrary to what one might think, a structured oil like Canino pairs magnificently with fish as well, when used wisely:

• Baked fish - Sea bream or sea bass with potatoes, dressed with raw oil
• Fish carpaccio - Tuna or amberjack with Canino oil and citrus
• Salt cod - Traditional preparations require a full-bodied oil
• Fish soups - A drizzle of oil completes cacciucco and fish stews

Vegetables and Side Dishes: Winning Simplicity

Seasonal vegetables, cooked or raw, are the ideal canvas to appreciate all the nuances of our oil:

• Mixed salads - Canino oil doesn't mask, but enhances flavors
• Grilled vegetables - Eggplant, peppers, and zucchini with raw oil
• Pinzimonio - The purest way to taste a great oil
• Fagioli all'uccelletto - A Tuscan recipe that celebrates new harvest oil

Our Tips for Perfect Pairing

To get the most from your Canino Oil, remember these fundamental rules:

1. Raw is best - To appreciate all the aromatic notes, add the oil at the end of cooking
2. Don't skimp - A quality oil should be used generously
3. Temperature - Store the oil away from heat sources and light
4. Freshness - Consume the oil within 18 months of pressing to enjoy all its properties

Discover the Difference of Quality

Our Canino Extra Virgin Olive Oil comes from the indigenous cultivar of Tuscia Viterbese, processed in our family mill using techniques that preserve all its organoleptic qualities intact. Every bottle tells the story of our territory and our passion.

Explore our selection and discover which oil pairs best with your favorite recipes. From the unfiltered version, more intense and full-bodied, to the filtered one, elegant and versatile: there's an Ottaviani Oil for every dish on your table.