Frozen Borage in Wheat Flour Batter: the Ligurian appetiser ready to fry
Borage in Wheat Flour Batter by Spirito Contadino is a frozen vegetable preparation made of borage leaves coated in a wheat flour batter, ready to fry. It is the ideal solution for restaurants, trattorias, delicatessens and catering services that want to offer an appetiser from the Ligurian tradition with consistent quality and minimal preparation time. Each pack contains 1 kg of product, grouped in cases of 4 kg (4 x 1 kg).
What is borage in batter
Borage (Borago officinalis) is a wild herbaceous plant widespread throughout the Mediterranean basin, particularly tied to the cuisine of Liguria, where its leaves with their delicate flavour and characteristic vegetal note have been used for centuries. The "in batter" preparation consists of coating the leaves in a wheat flour batter, so that when fried they develop a golden, crispy surface enclosing a soft, flavourful heart. It is a classic of Ligurian fritters, a simple dish that nonetheless evokes Italy's regional gastronomic tradition.
Product features
- Selected borage leaves, coated in a wheat flour batter
- Frozen product, ready to fry with no need to thaw first
- Delicate, vegetal flavour, golden crispiness when cooked
- Uniform portioning for consistent service
- Versatile: appetiser, finger food, side dish or part of a mixed fry
- Spirito Contadino brand, made in the Italian rural tradition
Technical specifications
- Pack format: 1 kg
- Packaging: 4 kg case (4 x 1 kg)
- State: frozen
- Main ingredient: borage
- Batter: wheat flour (contains gluten)
- Origin: Italy
- Brand: Spirito Contadino
Cooking and preparation
The product is designed for direct frying from frozen. It is recommended to immerse the borage in batter in hot oil at about 175-180 °C for a few minutes, until evenly golden and crisp. There is no need to thaw: cooking from frozen ensures the best contrast between the crispy exterior and the soft interior. After frying, drain on absorbent paper and salt to taste. Alternatively, oven or air-fryer cooking is possible for a lighter version, adjusting time and temperature according to the equipment.
Pairings and serving suggestions
Borage in batter is perfect served hot as an appetiser or finger food, accompanied by a fresh sauce based on yoghurt, lemon or herbs. It fits naturally into an Italian mixed fry alongside other battered vegetables and courgette flowers. From a wine standpoint, it pairs well with fresh, mineral white wines of the Ligurian tradition, such as a Pigato or Vermentino, which enhance the vegetal note of the product.
Storage and cold chain
The product must be stored at freezing temperature (-18 °C) until use. It is essential to maintain the cold chain without interruption from delivery to cooking. Do not refreeze the product after thawing. Direct frying from frozen simplifies kitchen management and avoids waste, allowing only the required portions to be cooked.
LAPA logistics and delivery in Switzerland
LAPA distributes Borage in Wheat Flour Batter by Spirito Contadino throughout Switzerland, with deliveries under a frozen regime and controlled cold chain to Zurich, Geneva, Lugano and Basel, as well as to the country's other regions. The 4 kg case format makes freezer storage and order planning easier for professional catering.
Who this product is for
It is designed for Italian and Ligurian restaurants, trattorias, osterias, delicatessens, catering services and professional kitchens that want to offer a traditional fried appetiser with a ready, consistent and easy-to-manage product. The convenience of the frozen format combined with the authenticity of borage in batter makes it possible to enrich the menu with an Italian regional speciality without burdening kitchen working times.
