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Abbacchio alla Scottadito — Typical dish of Rome
Typical dish of Rome

Abbacchio alla Scottadito

Abbacchio chops alla scottadito arrive at the table still sizzling, golden from the grill and fragrant with rosemary. The meat is tender and juicy, with a light smoky crust that contrasts with the soft interior. They are eaten with your hands, just off the fire, so hot they 'burn your fingers.' It’s a convivial main course, often shared in Roman trattorias among laughter and glasses of red wine.

Season: Primavera€14–22

Why it matters

Abbacchio is one of the deepest symbols of Roman and Lazio cuisine, tied to the region’s pastoral traditions and the countryside surrounding the city. Chops alla scottadito embody the straightforward simplicity of the Roman table: few ingredients, an open flame, and conviviality. Even today they evoke the atmosphere of the fraschette and historic trattorias of the capital.

Origin story

The dish originates from the pastoral culture of Lazio, where abbacchio—young lamb—was one of the most common meats. The chops were quickly cooked over hot coals and eaten immediately, without cutlery, while still piping hot. Over time this rustic preparation became a classic of Roman trattorias, especially during festive and springtime lunches.

Typical ingredients

costolette di abbacchioolio extravergine d’olivarosmarinoagliosalepepe

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