Sugeli
Sugeli
Sugeli are a symbolic dish of the Brigasca area, central to what is known as Cucina Bianca, a culinary journey exploring the flavors of transhumance. This cuisine reflects the traditions of the Alpine pastures and has its capitals in Liguria, specifically in Mendatica and Montegrosso Pian Latte. The culinary heritage connects Liguria and Piedmont, linking the Ligurian municipalities of Cosio d’Arroscia, Pornassio, and Triora, with a natural extension to La Brigue in the French Maritime Alps and Briga Alta in the Province of Cuneo.
Insights
The name "sugeli" may derive from “sügélu,” a term referring to a bamboo instrument used for whistling, which was a common and necessary activity in pastoral culture. This object resembles gnocchi in shape, similar to the sugeli.
Features
Sugeli is a simple pasta made from just water and flour, shaped into small dumplings using a technique called corpu de diu (meaning "finger tap").
How it's made
The traditional sauce for sugeli is a white sauce made with brusso, the typical fermented goat ricotta. This rich and flavorful sauce complements the simple dumplings beautifully, creating a delicious dish that showcases the culinary traditions of the region.
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