🍝 Spaghetti alla Nerano: the dish born on the Amalfi Coast that has conquered the world
Among the excellences of Campanian cuisine, there is a simple, refined, and rich in history dish: Spaghetti alla Nerano. Today they are known all over the world, but their origins date back to a small village in the Sorrento Coast.
The origins of Spaghetti alla Nerano
The recipe was born in 1952 in Nerano, a charming village overlooking the Bay of Marina del Cantone.
Legend has it that the famous dish was prepared for the first time in the kitchen of the Maria Grazia restaurant, thanks to the intuition of the owner and the collaboration of Prince Francesco Caravita di Sirignano. From a few ingredients, a recipe destined to become a symbol of Italian gastronomy was born.
The secret of creaminess
The magic of Spaghetti alla Nerano lies in their incredible cream, obtained without cream, butter, or eggs.
The ingredients are few but of the highest quality:
🥒 Fried zucchini left to rest to develop all their flavor.
🍝 Gragnano IGP Spaghetti.
🧀 Provolone del Monaco DOP, now considered the ideal cheese for the recipe, although originally local cheeses such as caciotte and pecorino were used.
🌿 Fresh basil.
🫒 Extra virgin olive oil.
The combination of the pasta cooking water and the cheese creates a velvety cream that makes this dish unique.
From a recovery recipe to an international icon
Born as a simple peasant tradition preparation, Spaghetti alla Nerano were initially considered a "poor" dish, made with easily available ingredients.
Over the years, chefs and food lovers have discovered the perfect balance between the sweetness of zucchini and the intense flavor of Provolone del Monaco DOP, transforming this recipe into one of the symbols of Campanian cuisine.
Today, Spaghetti alla Nerano are served in the best restaurants in Italy and around the world, becoming an essential stop for those who want to savor the authentic gastronomic tradition of Campania.
An experience to live during your stay at Wanda B&B
If you stay at Wanda B&B, don't miss the opportunity to taste the authentic Spaghetti alla Nerano during a visit to the Sorrento Coast or in one of the restaurants in Naples that offer this extraordinary specialty.
A dish that tells the story, flavors, and identity of a unique territory in the world.
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