I cannot believe that although I have suggested salmoriglio as a dressing many times I have never provided a recipe for this very simple, Sicilian dressing which is excellent with grilled food……. fish, meat and all types of grilled vegetables – and perfect for the hot weather. In the photo above there are zucchini, eggplants and pumpkin. Peppers and mushrooms are also very good.
This is the most common of the Sicilian dressings. Salmoriglio is made with salt (sale), lemon (limone), oregano (origano), hence sal + mo + riglio. It is also called salmorigano. In Sicilian, there are many variations to the spelling of the sauce — sammurigghiu, sarmurigghiu, sarmuriggiu.
The origins of salmoriglio are Greek and traditionally the cold dressing is poured over hot, grilled meat, fish or vegetables. The heat releases the aromas and stimulates the appetite. It is also a marinade, or a basting liquid for grilled meat or fish.
INGREDIENTS
PROCESSES: Use a fork to whip the above ingredients together in a glass or narrow jug.
VARIATIONS: Add a little hot water to the dressing. Heat in a bain marie for about 5 minutes The heating of the sauce accentuates the fragrances of the ingredients.
I have seen a recipe where fresh oregano (4 tablespoons) is pounded with salt (1 tablespoon) in a mortar and pestle. Add 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 8 of oil and some black pepper.
My family has always added ½ cup of parsley and 1 clove of mashed garlic.
I had to come over here from the grilled sardines and see your recipe! You’re right — it is breakfast time and my taste buds are perked up and ready to get something good to eat. Since we are near the water, and my Hubby is fishing, I’m trying to get inspired for different recipes for the blog. You certainly are a great inspiration. Grazie. This is definitely a recipe worth keeping and I will credit it back to you :-)
Thank you.