Best Easy Panino con Lampredotto Recipe

Florence's famous tripe sandwich dipped in broth and topped with salsa verde is bold street food. A high protein mediterranean carnivore staple that's been a family tradition at Florentine markets for generations.

Cook 120 min Difficulty NORMAL 350 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • Lampredotto (beef tripe, fourth stomach) 1.5 lbs
  • Crusty Italian rolls 4 pieces
  • Celery stalks 2 pieces
  • Carrot 1 pieces
  • Yellow onion 1 pieces
  • Fresh parsley 0.5 cup
Seasonings/Sauce
  • Extra virgin olive oil 3 tbsp
  • Red wine vinegar 2 tbsp
  • Capers 1 tbsp
  • Anchovy fillets 2 pieces
  • Garlic cloves 2 cloves
  • Kosher salt 1 tsp
  • Black pepper 0.5 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 32 g 36%
Protein 23 g 26%
Fat 13 g 38%
Serving size 250g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Rinse the lampredotto thoroughly under cold water. In a large pot, add the lampredotto, celery, carrot, and onion. Cover with water and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Skim off any foam that forms.

  2. 2

    Lower the heat to maintain a very gentle simmer. Cover partially and cook the lampredotto for 1.5–2 hours until tender, ensuring the water does not boil vigorously so the tripe remains tender and does not shrink.

  3. 3

    While the lampredotto cooks, prepare the salsa verde: Finely chop parsley, capers, anchovies, and garlic. In a bowl, combine with olive oil, red wine vinegar, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well to form a bright green sauce.

  4. 4

    When the lampredotto is cooked, thinly slice it against the grain. Dip each roll quickly in the hot broth to soften the inside before filling.

  5. 5

    Layer the sliced lampredotto generously inside each roll. Spoon salsa verde over the meat, add extra broth if desired, and serve immediately while hot.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
Lampredotto, the fourth stomach of the cow (beef tripe), is the defining ingredient of this Florentine sandwich. Its rich, tender texture and ability to absorb broth flavor make it essential to authentic panino con lampredotto.
Q. What’s the most important cooking step for perfect lampredotto?
The most important step is gently simmering the lampredotto for 1.5–2 hours over low heat. Avoid boiling; a gentle simmer keeps the meat tender and prevents toughness, developing deep flavor in the broth.
Q. How do you prevent the lampredotto from becoming tough or rubbery?
Slow and gentle cooking is crucial. Keeping the heat low during simmering helps the collagen convert to gelatin, resulting in a silky texture. Overcooking or high heat can cause the tripe to shrink or turn rubbery.
Q. What is the calorie and macronutrient profile per serving?
Each serving contains about 350 kcal, with 32g of carbohydrates (36%), 23g of protein (26%), and 13g of fat (38%), balancing protein with moderate carbs from the bread.
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