Cicoli – Ciccioli – Sgrisciuli

Cicoli, ciccioli, and sgrisciuli are traditional cured meat products that can be found in the Marche region of Italy. These delicacies are popular in various towns and communes in Marche, including Fabriano, Jesi, and Senigallia.

In Fabriano, you can find cicoli, ciccioli, and sgrisciuli at local butcher shops such as Macelleria F.lli Rossi and Macelleria Fracassi. These shops offer high-quality cured meats made from locally sourced ingredients.

Jesi is another town where you can find these traditional products. Butcher shops like Macelleria Mancini and Macelleria Paoletti are known for their delicious cicoli, ciccioli, and sgrisciuli. These shops have been serving the community for generations, ensuring the preservation of Traditional Recipesss and techniques.

Senigallia is also a great place to find these cured meat products. Macelleria F.lli Rossi and Macelleria Fracassi, which have branches in Senigallia as well, offer a wide range of cicoli, ciccioli, and sgrisciuli. These shops are known for their commitment to quality and authenticity.

One popular recipe that includes cicoli is “Crostini with Cicoli.” This dish involves toasting slices of bread and topping them with cicoli, fresh tomatoes, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Another recipe is “Ciccioli Pasta,” where ciccioli are sautéed with garlic, chili flakes, and olive oil, then tossed with cooked pasta.

Cicoli, ciccioli, and sgrisciuli have received the PAT (Traditional Agri-Food Product) recognition, which guarantees their traditional production methods and regional origin. The specifications for these products include using pork fat, lean meat, and spices, and following specific curing and aging processes.

Sources:
– “Marche: la tradizione dei ciccioli” – https://www.marche.it/marche-la-tradizione-dei-ciccioli/
– “Ciccioli, cicciolata e sgrisciuli” – https://www.marche.it/ciccioli-cicciolata-e-sgrisciuli/
– “I ciccioli marchigiani” – https://www.marche.it/i-ciccioli-marchigiani/