Grano arso


Grano arso is wheat which has been charred before being milled. It is popular in Italian cuisine.

Meaning

Grano arso means "burnt grain" in Italian.

History

According to Missy Robbins grano arso originated in the southern Italian region of Apulia and was a low-quality product eaten out of necessity, which later became trendy.

Description

Grano arso is dark-colored and has a smokey flavor. It is also described as having nutty notes.

Use

It is often mixed with normal flour to cut it's bold flavor. It is generally used to make pasta.