March 21, 2011 9:54 am
Dessert of the Day: Argentinean Pionono
If you've ever been to Latin America, it's hard to ignore the allure of the traditional panaderias, especially when they release sweet aromas of breads and pastries into the surrounding area. One particular item that you can find in any panaderia is a form of dulce de leche inside many pastries. Dulce de leche is a decadent caramel-like sauce made of milk. It's thick, gooey, and irresistible. A common place to find dulce de leche is inside a pionono, a typical sponge cake.
All Latin countries tend to specialize in their own version of the pionono, and one particularly delicious version is the traditional Argentinean pionono that can be found at Alma 33, an Argentinean restaurant in the West Village. Alma 33's pionono created by Chef Enrico Primarti, is a traditional version of the cake with a simple twist that brings the cake to an entirely new level. On top of the pionono swirled with dulce de leche are strawberries marinated in red wine. The cake is light and refreshing, while still containing a rich flavor that makes it totally satisfying. Although Chef Enrico was not traditionally trained as a pastry chef, it's hard to deny his talent after tasting his version of the Argentinean Pionono.
Tip: By following Chef Enrico Primarti's recipe, you can make Argentinean Pionono at home.
Photo credit: Alma 33
— Written by Valerie Cario
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