Bruschetta with Ammogghiu Sauce Sicilian
Transform your appetizer game with the vibrant flavors of Bruschetta with Ammogghiu Sauce Sicilian — an ode to Sicily’s culinary heritage. This effortless recipe combines thick slices of golden, oven-toasted rustic bread with a zesty Ammogghiu sauce, made from juicy diced tomatoes, fragrant fresh basil, minced garlic, and a drizzle of premium extra virgin olive oil. A hint of optional red chili flakes adds a delightful kick for spice lovers. Ready in just 25 minutes, this Mediterranean-inspired dish is perfect as a starter, snack, or light meal, celebrating fresh, wholesome ingredients with every bite. Serve this Italian classic at your next gathering and let the simple, authentic Sicilian flavors shine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 loaf Rustic bread or baguette
- 5 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 4 medium Fresh tomatoes
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 teaspoons Red chili flakes (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice the bread loaf into thick slices, about 1 inch wide.
Arrange the bread slices on a baking sheet and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
Toast the bread in the oven for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and slightly crispy. Remove and set aside.
Dice the fresh tomatoes into small, even pieces and place them in a medium bowl.
Finely mince the garlic cloves and add them to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Roughly chop the basil leaves and add them to the mixture.
Add the remaining 3 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes (if using) to the tomato mixture. Stir well to combine.
Taste the Ammogghiu sauce and adjust seasoning if needed.
Spoon generous amounts of the Ammogghiu sauce onto each toasted bread slice.
Serve immediately as an appetizer or a light snack. Enjoy the authentic taste of Sicily!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1851 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.4 g | 101% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.6 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3455 mg | 150% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 261.9 g | 95% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.6 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.8 g | ||
| Protein | 45.1 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 169 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 11.7 mg | 65% | |
| Potassium | 1722 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
