The trofie, a typical pasta from the ligurian culinary tradition, seems to have originated back in the times of the Crusades.
In the past, trofie were lovingly prepared at home by Ligurian women, who used a kind of wooden knitting needle to give them their characteristic elongated, thin, and curled shape.
The origin of the name trofie is uncertain; some believe it comes from the Genoese dialect, from strufuggiâ, which means to rub, referring to the motion necessary to give the trofie their typical curled shape.
According to other sources, however, the name trofie would derive from the Greek word trophe, which means to twist or nourishment.
Trofie recipes: a versatile pasta that pairs well with any sauce
The trofie are a type of pasta that goes well with any sauce.
Trofie with basil and pine nut pesto
Trofie with Genoese pesto, a dish rich in aroma and flavor typical of the Ligurian tradition, is simple and quick to prepare.
With trofie al Genoese pesto, you'll serve a perfect dish, whether for a lunch with friends, including vegetarians, or for a break during a workday.
The trofie are a type of pasta that goes well with any sauce.
Trofie with zucchini and shrimp, delicate and tasty
Trofie zucchini and shrimp, another really tasty and easy dish to prepare that requires very few ingredients, but the result is truly delicious.
Trofie with pumpkin and sausage baked, a perfect first course for any occasion
The pumpkin is a vegetable with a characteristic sweet flavor and bright color that cannot be missing from the list of trofie recipes.
Trofie with seafood: the meeting with the Mediterranean
Trofie with seafood: an equally easy and quick dish that encompasses all the typical flavors of the Mediterranean Sea.
Trofie with seafood are perfect for any season, although they are a must for summer!
Trofie with salmon: a super easy seafood first course to prepare
I recommend adding this dish to your trofie recipes, to consult when you don’t have much time to develop a demanding recipe but want to achieve the maximum result with minimal effort.
Trofie with salmon, a delicate, delicious, and tasty first course, using both fresh and frozen salmon, natural or smoked.
The procedure is the same as for the other trofie recipes; you just need to cut the salmon into strips, sauté in a pan, and deglaze with a glass of white wine and then let it evaporate.
Once the pasta is cooked, mix the trofie well with the salmon.