Stuffed Onions Ligurian Style

Name: Stuffed Onions Ligurian Style
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 70 min
Total time: 110 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: White onions round 1.1 lbs; Potatoes 1 lb; Mortadella 2.5 oz; Parmigiano Reggiano PDO cheese (to be grated) 2.5 oz; Eggs 2; Breadcrumbs to taste; Marjoram to taste; Extra virgin olive oil to taste; Fine salt to taste; Black pepper to taste

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Lactose Free

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 1 h 10 min
Serving: 4
Cost: Low

PRESENTATION

Recipe by
Luisa Orizio

Ligurian stuffed onions are just one of those things that show how traditional Ligurian recipes can turn simple ingredients into something super comforting. In Liguria, they take these big, sweet onions and boil them till they are soft—and then fill them with a really fantastic mix that screams home. Creamy potatoes, rich mortadella, a sprinkle of grated cheese, and the fragrant scent of marjoram—this herb is key in so many dishes from this part of Italy. It is not what you'd get in some fancy restaurant; it's the kind of meal generations pass down. Ligurian grandmothers? They approve. And look, every bite is moist, thanks to the potatoes, with salty bits of mortadella and the aromatic lift of fresh herbs. Sometimes folks even toss in zucchini or green beans if they’re lying around. Which is great, because this dish is so so adaptable.

Whether you're at a family gathering on the coast or chilling in the hills, Ligurian stuffed onions have this magic way of making you feel at home. They work as an appetizer, a side, or even the main gig—there’s really really no wrong time to enjoy them. What makes these Italian stuffed onions stand out from other stuffed veggies is their rustic vibe, like those old kitchens with big wooden tables. When you bake them, the onions turn golden and just a bit crispy on top, while the inside stays soft and totally satisfying. No matter how you tweak the filling, keeping that marjoram gives it a taste that's pure Ligurian goodness. For anyone into authentic Italian recipes or curious about Mediterranean stuffed onions, this dish is like the best of simple, local flavors. Plus, the recipe? It’s got loads of room to swap in fresh stuff, and you bet every family has their own secret touch to make it just right. Honestly, this classic Ligurian dish is all about enjoying a meal as versatile as it is flavorful.

How to prepare Stuffed Onions Ligurian Style

To prepare Ligurian style stuffed onions, first boil the potatoes in a pot starting from cold water for about 30-40 minutes from boiling 1. Meanwhile, cut the ends off the onions 2 and remove the skin 3.

Blanch the whole onions for 5 minutes in salted boiling water, just enough time to soften them 4. Drain the onions and cut them in half 5, then gently peel them and set aside the larger layers 6.

The smaller onion layers and broken ones will be used for the filling, so put them in a mixer 7 along with the mortadella 8 and marjoram 9.

Blend 10 and transfer the mixture to a bowl, then add the grated Parmigiano Reggiano DOP 11, salt, and pepper 12.

Also add the mashed potatoes 13 and the eggs 14, then mix everything with a spoon 15.

You should obtain a homogeneous mixture 16. At this point, line a baking tray with parchment paper and place the onion layers inside 17, then fill them with the mixture using 2 spoons 18.

Sprinkle the surface with breadcrumbs 19 and drizzle with some olive oil 20, then bake in a convection oven at 355°F for 25-30 minutes; if desired, you can turn on the grill during the last 5 minutes. Remove from the oven and serve your Ligurian style stuffed onions, hot or at room temperature 21!

Storage

Ligurian style stuffed onions can be stored in the refrigerator for 2 days in an airtight container.

Tip

You can also enrich the filling with vegetables, such as zucchini or green beans.

If you are looking for other typical dishes to serve as a side or main course, don't miss the recipe for Ligurian Meatloaf!

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Stuffed Onions Ligurian Style

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How to prepare Stuffed Onions Ligurian Style

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