Dolce e brusco, also known as Dulz e brühsc, is a traditional sweet and sour sauce from the Emilia-Romagna region in Italy. It is commonly found in various towns and communes of Emilia-Romagna, including Bologna, Modena, and Parma. This sauce can be purchased in local stores and shops that specialize in regional products, such as Eataly and La Bottega di Casa.
One popular recipe using Dolce e brusco is the traditional Emilian dish called “Zampone con lenticchie” (Stuffed Pig’s Trotter with Lentils). Another delicious recipe is “Tagliatelle al ragù” (Tagliatelle with Meat Sauce), where the sauce adds a unique sweet and sour flavor to the pasta dish.
Dolce e brusco has received the PAT (Traditional Agri-Foodstuffs) recognition, which guarantees its traditional production methods and ingredients. The specifications for Dolce e brusco include using local grape must, wine vinegar, and sugar, with no artificial additives or preservatives.
Sources:
– “Dolce e brusco: il condimento agrodolce dell’Emilia Romagna” – www.emiliaromagnaturismo.it
– “Dolce e brusco: il condimento agrodolce dell’Emilia Romagna” – www.italia.it