Luca's Key Ingredient is an exciting seven-part cooking show where each episode Chef Luca Ciano will take your taste buds on a journey showcasing some exceptional Italian and Australian produce. He will share some insights on some key ingredient history and plate up meals that will leave you feeling true Italian love on a plate.
In this episode Chef Luca utilises a classic ingredient in quintessential Italian cooking, Prosciutto di Parma.Episode's recipes:Asparagus & Prosciutto di Parma Involtini, Parmigiano Reggiano Cream Sauce, Toasted Hazelnut, Aged Balsamic VinegarPiadina with Prosciutto di Parma & Stracchino CheeseRicotta & Prosciutto di Parma Gnocchi, Spinach, Sultanas, Pumpkin & Amaretti Sauce
Today's key ingredient features the benefits of cooking with, and utilising different and good quality extra virgin olive oils.Episode's recipes:Fried Stuffed Zucchini Flowers with Lemon & Chilli MayoKingfish & Cerignola Olives Crudo, Stracciatella, Chilli Oil, Lime & BottargaCarrot Cake with Extra Virgin Olive Oil Gelato
In this episode Luca's showcase the amazing versatility of eggplants, such a humble vegetable but yet so delicious.Episode's recipes:Grilled Eggplant InvoltiniEggplant ParmigianaPaccheri alla ‘Norma' My Way
In this episode of Luca's Key Ingredient learn about the Italian King of Cheese, Luca gets creative with the one & only Parmigiano Reggiano.Episode's recipes:Parmigiano Reggiano & Sage Biscotti with Mortadella Mousse & Aged BalsamicSpinach & Parmigiano Reggiano Soup with Puffed Parmigiano RindParmigiano Reggiano Pannacotta with Saffron & Prosecco Poached Pears
Learn how exciting amaretti biscuits can be in this episodes, from savoury to sweet ideas, Luca's creativity will surely inspire you.Episode's recipes:Zucchini Stuffed with Ricotta & AmarettiBonet' Gelato – Chocolate & Amaretti Biscuits GelatoSaffron Ravioli with Prawns & Amaretti
Luca's debunks the myth of Anchovies being salty & fishy. Discover how different type of anchovies can be used to make simple dishes shine!
In this episode the key ingredient is butter, from salted to unsalted, plus a special decadent recipe with a delicious truffle butter dish.