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Presentation

A nutritious recipe, consisting of a first course prepared with flour, egg whites, squid ink, cicadas, tomatoes, artichokes, white wine, fish stock, extra virgin olive oil, salt, parsley

Ingredients

(for 4 people)

200 g (7.1 oz) all-purpose flour
3 egg whites
1 tablespoon squid ink

500 g (17.6 oz / 1.1 lb) mantis shrimp
4 artichokes
1 peeled tomato
2 ladles artichoke sauce
100 ml (3.4 fl oz) dry white wine
6 ladles fish stock
30 g (1.1 oz / 1.1 fl oz) extra-virgin olive oil
Salt, to taste
Parsley, to taste

Method

Mix the flour with the eggs and a tablespoon of squid ink

Roll out the dough into thin sheets

Cut them into tagliolini.

For the dressing: brown a clove of garlic in a drizzle of oil

Add the mantis shrimp cut into small pieces

Let them wilt, deglaze them with the wine, then add a ladle of fish broth, thyme leaves

Put the lid on and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.

Separately, brown the sliced artichoke hearts in a large pan with oil and chopped garlic.

As soon as they are soft, add the sea cicadas, their sauce, a diced peeled tomato, salt, chopped parsley and the black tagliolini already boiled al dente.

Sauté the pasta over high heat, then distribute it on plates with a thin layer of artichoke sauce (made with artichoke scraps and fish broth) on top.

Allergens

Egg white: egg allergens, included among the allergens in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Artichoke: possible individual intolerance

Sea cicada: fish products included among the allergens in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Flour: contains gluten from cereals included in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Fish stock: contains allergens of fish products present in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Cuttlefish ink: extracted from fish products, present in the list of allergens of EU Regulation 1169/2011

Extra virgin olive oil: unusual allergy; intolerance not described

Tomatoes: possible cross-reaction in case of sensitivity to grasses

Parsley: possible cross-reaction in case of allergy to spices, mugwort, composites

Wine: presence of sulphites included among the allergens in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Notes

To be prepared and handled under strict hygienic conditions.

Wine that can also be used in the recipe for children as the alcohol evaporates during cooking but the aroma remains

The ingredients of the dish bring the following benefits:

Egg white: free of fat and cholesterol, it is useful in case of high cholesterol and gallstones and suitable for high-protein diets.

Artichoke: The cynarin of the artichoke promotes the purifying and detoxifying activity of the liver and also stimulates diuresis and fat deposition and due to the content of mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants acts to protect the cardiovascular system, and the functioning of the liver. A species that provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Mantis shrimp or cicadas: suppliers of zinc and selenium, elements that promote the proper functioning of the immune system by hindering the formation of prostaglandins that prevent proper cellular functioning and has a high content of omega 3 fatty acids, which inhibit platelet aggregation (cardiovascular risk factor). Useful for the functioning of the liver due to the supply of zinc, selenium and omega 3 and 6 fatty acids. Essential fatty acids, such as omega 3 and 6, have an antidepressant effect and maintain efficient nervous system and memory

Flour: provides B vitamins (thiamine, niacin, riboflavin and folate), which are important for energy metabolism and the functioning of the nervous system.

Fish stock: suitable for all diets, rich in collagen, useful against constipation.

Squid ink: rich in antioxidants, minerals (such as iodine and iron), proteins and compounds that give it anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and even radio-protective properties. It can support cardiovascular function, contribute to the formation of white blood cells, protect cells from free radical damage. It is also useful in counteracting fatigue.

Extra virgin olive oil: source of Vitamin E that protects the immune system from harmful fatty acids

Tomato: rich in vitamin C, the antioxidant par excellence that fights free radicals and supports the immune system, and provides mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathic patients. Useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. Especially if consumed with the peel, it provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Parsley: rich in carotenoids that support the immune system and mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathic patients and useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants

Salt: essential for the balance of body fluids and for the transmission of nerve impulses, it is however to be consumed respecting the limit of 5 g per day according to the indications of the WHO so as not to promote arterial hypertension and consequent increase in the risk of cardio-cerebrovascular diseases starting from myocardial infarction and cerebral stroke; to be limited as much as possible in the case of nephropathy.

White wine: (moderate consumption) counteracts bad cholesterol and raises the levels of good cholesterol, reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke and has a purifying and detoxifying activity favorable to the proper functioning of the liver

Safety / Intended use

Product also intended for subjects with:

• Anorexia – Weight Loss
• Constipation
• Mucositis (inflammation and lesions of the oral cavity) only if very cooked

Not recommended in case of:

• Diarrhea
• Dysphagia (problems chewing and swallowing)