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Sheep arrosticini — Typical dish of L'Aquila
Typical dish of L'Aquila

Sheep arrosticini

Arrosticini are thin skewers of sheep meat cut into small cubes and threaded onto long wooden sticks, grilled over the typical iron channel grill called a fornacella. As they cook, they release an intense aroma of embers and roasting meat, with slightly crispy edges and a juicy center. The flavor is bold yet balanced, enhanced with a pinch of salt and often accompanied by rustic bread drizzled with olive oil. They are enjoyed hot, one after another, as a convivial evening ritual in bracerie and at local festivals.

Season: Tutto l'anno€8–14

Why it matters

For L'Aquila and all of Abruzzo, arrosticini are much more than a dish: they are a symbol of the pastoral culture of the Apennines. Born from the tradition of shepherds who made the most of sheep meat, they now represent local gastronomic identity and a moment of shared social life. Eating them together, in front of the grill, is almost a ritual gesture of life in L'Aquila.

Origin story

Arrosticini originated in the mountainous areas of Abruzzo, probably between the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, as a practical solution used by shepherds to make use of less prized cuts of sheep. The meat was cut into small cubes and threaded onto thin skewers so it could cook quickly over the embers. Over time the recipe spread to the cities, becoming the iconic dish of Abruzzo’s bracerie and food festivals.

Typical ingredients

carne di pecorasalepane casereccioolio extravergine d'oliva

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