As we read Andre Camilleri’s Inspector Montalbano novels or watch the episodes of the TV series of this unique Sicilian policeman, we get to know more and more of the attractive culinary dishes of Italian gastronomy, with the special touch of Sicilian cuisine. In this section, we summarize Inspector Montalbano’s Recipes and Favourite Foods, including wine.
Quite different from Italian cuisine, Sicilian cuisine is a reflection of the historical influence it has received. Sicilian cuisine embraces the island’s history and culture, with influences from the Arabs, Greeks, Normans, and Spanish.
Some of the typical dishes that delight Inspector Montalbano are arancini, pasta with sardines, bruschetta with caponata, Pasta Ncasciata (Pasta Alla Norma), grilled swordfish, pasta with pesto, seafood dishes, etc. and more Montalbano’s Favourite Foods.
Sicilian cuisine recipes reflect the abundance of fish and seafood around the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, and the variety of vegetables that easily grow in the fertile lands of Sicily. It is also defined by the simplicity of the recipes, and its focus on showcasing the natural flavors of the island’s fresh seafood and produce. Whether you’re looking for a hearty meal or a sweet treat (such as cassata, granita, and ricotta cannoli), Sicilian cuisine has something for everyone to enjoy.
You will also get to know the wines of Sicily and Montalbano’s favourite wine: Montalbano Nero d’avola wine, a real red wine from Noto town in Sicily.
In this category of the InspectorMontalbanoSicily.com website, you will discover the recipes that are the delight and favourite foods of Inspector Montalbano (UK), and Detective Montalbano (USA).
Also, it is easy to see the influence of the province of Ragusa and Agrigento on Montalbano’s recipes. Ragusa, a province located in the southern part of Sicily and Montalbano’s filming location. Ragusa has a rich culinary tradition that is characterized by its unique blend of flavours and influences. Dishes from Ragusa are known for their simplicity and use of fresh, local ingredients.
If you ever have the opportunity to visit Sicily and Montalbano’s filming locations, be sure to indulge in the local flavours and experience the rich culinary heritage of this beautiful island.
Unlike many dishes we see in the Inspector Montalbano TV series (such as the Arancini), pasta with pesto is not a dish that originated in Sicilian cuisine. However, it is a popular dish in Sicily, with some variations of pesto recipes found in northern Italy and other regions. Sicilian pesto sauce is called Pesto alla … Read more
Pasta alla Norma, also known as Pasta Ncasciata, is a traditional Sicilian dish that is said to have originated in Catania and Messina, located on the east coast of the island of Sicily, Italy. In this article, I explain, how to prepare the Montalbano Pasta Ncasciata Recipe, step-by-step. Pasta alla Norma known as Pasta Ncasciata … Read more
The Sicilian Detective Inspector Salvo Montalbano is the main character in a series of detective novels written by the Italian author Andrea Camilleri. In the novel, Montalbano delights in delicious traditional Italian dishes, especially Sicilian, while thinking about the police cases he has to solve. Montalbano’s delight in Italian food, such as pasta with broccoli, … Read more
A good plate of pasta with tomato sauce seems to be an icon of Italian food. However, when watching the TV series Inspector Montalbano, you will notice that he never eats pasta with tomato sauce. Most of the pasta Montalbano eats have fish and no tomato sauce, or they are pasta with vegetables. In this … Read more
Inspector Montalbano recipes. One of the most popular Sicilian dishes is the Arancino. As it could not be otherwise, this is one of the favourite dishes of Inspector Montalbano. In this article, we show you How to Make Montalbano Arancini Recipe at home, the easy way to make the Montalbano’s croquettes recipe. What is an … Read more
