Turnip Green Pâté, 220g

Turnip greens are one of the most characteristic vegetables of Puglia and are often paired with orecchiette, a combination that forms one of our region’s best-known dishes: ‘orecchiette e cime di rapa’. Sown in open fields in early autumn, they can be harvested from late November to early April (depending on temperatures and varieties). Harvesting must be carried out strictly by hand and involves cutting the tenderest tops with a small knife, leaving the smaller ones to grow; this procedure is repeated several times during the plant’s life cycle. After harvesting, they are washed, blanched and blended with extra virgin olive oil, garlic and chilli.

We decided to make this pâté because we wanted to bring the true, authentic flavour of Puglia to all our customers’ tables all year round. It is ideal for serving with pasta, but can also be used to top crostini and bruschetta.