The Flavoured

Imagine capturing the soul of Sicily in a bottle. The intense scent of freshly picked lemons under the Mediterranean sun, the vibrant freshness of basil, the spicy note of chili pepper that awakens the senses. This isn't just a dream, but the reality that Frantoi Cutrera encapsulates in every creation of its "Gli Aromatizzati" line.

These aren't just oils, but condiments made with superior extra virgin olive oil, a perfect blend of our land's green gold and the island's most authentic flavors. An invitation to transform every dish, even the simplest, into an unforgettable culinary experience.

In a world where time is increasingly limited, the pursuit of authentic flavor becomes a necessity. Our flavored condiments are the answer: a chef's touch within everyone's reach, to add character to a bruschetta, reinvent a salad, or elevate a grilled fish.

Frantoi Cutrera's Philosophy: When Tradition Meets Innovation
Our history is rooted in over a century of passion for olive growing. For six generations, the Cutrera family has dedicated itself to perpetuating a legacy of love for the land and an obsessive pursuit of quality. Every drop of our extra virgin olive oil tells the story of the Hyblaean Mountains, a generous, sun-kissed land where centuries-old olive trees shape the landscape.

But our strength lies not only in our past. Our guiding mission is a constant balance between tradition and innovation. We use the most modern cold extraction techniques to preserve all the organoleptic and nutritional properties of our olives, hand-picked at the perfect moment of ripening.

For our line of Flavored Condiments, we select only the finest ingredients: Sicilian citrus fruits, local aromatic herbs, chili peppers, and top-quality truffles. The result is a condiment that doesn't overpower flavors, but enhances them, creating a harmony of flavors that speaks directly to the heart.

How Our Flavored Condiments Are Made: A Process of Pure Excellence
Creating a high-quality flavored condiment is an art that requires mastery and attention to detail. Unlike many industrial products that use synthetic flavorings, Frantoi Cutrera uses natural methods that guarantee an authentic and complex flavor profile.

The Base Oil Selection: It all starts with an exceptional extra virgin olive oil. We use a blend of Sicilian cultivars such as Tonda Iblea, Moresca, and Biancolilla, characterized by a medium-intensity fruitiness, perfect for embracing and enhancing the aromatic notes without being overpowered.

Natural Flavoring: Depending on the ingredient, we use two main techniques:

Simultaneous Pressing: For our citrus products (Lemon and Orange), the olives are pressed together with the whole fresh fruit. This process allows the essential oils in the citrus peel to blend naturally with the oil, creating a condiment with an explosive aroma and an incredibly fresh and lingering flavor.

Natural Infusion: For aromatic herbs like basil and rosemary, or ingredients like garlic, chili pepper, and truffle, we slowly and carefully infuse the dried ingredients or natural extracts in our extra virgin olive oil. This method allows us to delicately extract all the aromas, maintaining a perfect balance.

The result is a lively, authentic product that brings the purity and intensity of Sicilian flavors to the table.

A Guide to Use and Pairing: Unleash Your Creativity in the Kitchen
Extra virgin olive oil-based condiments are incredibly versatile. Here's a guide to discover how to best use each of our flavored oils and transform your dishes.

Lemon Dressing: Mediterranean Freshness
A timeless classic. Its balanced acidity and intense aroma make it perfect for:
- Fish: sublime on carpaccio, tartare, steamed or grilled fish. Try it on an octopus and potato salad.
- White Meat: ideal for marinating chicken or turkey before cooking, or as a final seasoning.
- Vegetables: enhances the flavor of asparagus, fennel, and fresh salads.
- Desserts: a secret ingredient for cakes, biscuits, and creams, for an unexpected citrus twist.

Orange Dressing: Citrus Sweetness
Less tart than lemon, with a sweet and enveloping note. Perfect for bold pairings:

- Smoked Fish: a perfect match with smoked salmon or swordfish.
- Winter Salads: Try it on salads with fennel, walnuts, and black olives.
- Red Meats: An orange marinade tenderizes and flavors game or pork roasts.
- Cheeses: excellent on fresh cheeses such as ricotta or goat cheese.

Chili Pepper Seasoning: Liveliness and Character
For lovers of bold flavours, a balanced spiciness that doesn't cover but enhances.

- Pasta: the key ingredient for the classic "garlic, oil, and chili pepper" sauce, but also for arrabbiata or amatriciana sauces.
- Soups and Legumes: adds a warming note to bean, chickpea, or lentil soups.
- Pizza: a drizzle of raw cheese before serving for a touch of pizzazz.
- Chocolate: for the more daring, a few drops on a dark chocolate mousse or cake.

Basil Dressing: The Scent of Summer
All the freshness of freshly picked basil, available all year round.

- Pasta with Tomato: the perfect pairing for a fragrant sauce.
- Caprese and Bruschetta: irreplaceable for seasoning tomato and mozzarella.
- Pesto: to enrich and intensify the flavor of your homemade pesto.
- Minestrone and Vegetable Soups: a finishing touch that tastes like home.

White Truffle Dressing: Luxury and Refinement
An unmistakable and precious aroma, to transform every dish into a gourmet creation.

- Pasta and Risotto: the most classic use, to cream and flavor first courses "in bianco".
- Eggs: sublime on fried, poached, or scrambled eggs.
- Raw Meat: a few drops on a knife-cut steak or beef carpaccio.
- Potatoes: perfect on mashed potatoes, baked potatoes or creamed potatoes.