Olives Et Al | Salsa Porcini
A rich and unctuous Ligurian sauce made with porcini mushrooms, Extra Virgin Olive Oil and garlic.
Deeply savoury, smooth and effortlessly indulgent. Deep. Earthy. Utterly luxurious. There’s mushroom sauce… and then there’s Salsa di Porcini, a rich, unctuous Italian classic that celebrates the king of mushrooms in all its glory.
Properly made for Olives Et Al in Liguria, Northern Italy, this is a sauce that doesn’t shout — it seduces. Porcini mushrooms are gently blended with Extra Virgin Olive Oil and garlic to create something smooth, savoury and deeply comforting.
No distractions. Just pure porcini richness, done properly. The result? A silky, umami-packed sauce with real depth and elegance, the kind that makes even the simplest dish feel restaurant-worthy. One spoonful and you’ll see why porcini are so prized.
How to enjoy it - Stir through tagliatelle or pappardelle with a splash of pasta water for instant luxury. Swirl into risotto or creamy polenta for deep, savoury comfort.
Serve alongside steak, chicken or grilled mushrooms as a finishing sauce. Spread on toasted sourdough or bruschetta for a simple but indulgent bite.
For cosy nights in, impressive dinners with minimal effort, or whenever you want your food to feel just a little bit special. Mushrooms, elevated. Pesto’s darker, more indulgent cousin. 135g, 4.7oz