Milan, Lombardy, Italy — the traditional garnish for Ossobuco alla Milanese · Provenance 1000 — Pantry
Bright, pungent, citrus-fresh — the finishing note that lifts rich braises
Making gremolata in advance — it loses brightness and the garlic becomes harsh within minutes Chopping too coarsely — uneven pieces produce uneven bites Using the pith — white pith dramatically increases bitterness Adding oil — it changes the texture and makes it closer to a salsa verde Using curly parsley instead of flat-leaf — curly parsley has less flavour and a worse texture
Bright, pungent, citrus-fresh — the finishing note that lifts rich braises
Making gremolata in advance — it loses brightness and the garlic becomes harsh within minutes Chopping too coarsely — uneven pieces produce uneven bites Using the pith — white pith dramatically increases bitterness Adding oil — it changes the texture and makes it closer to a salsa verde Using curly parsley instead of flat-leaf — curly parsley has less flavour and a worse texture
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