Scallion Rolls
- Difficulty: Easy
- Prep time: 20 min
- Cook time: 20 min
- Serving: 9
- Cost: Low
PRESENTATION
If you're looking to spice up your appetizer game, these spring onion rolls are just the ticket. They bring a playful twist to Northern Italian cuisine by combining sweet, tender cipollotti (spring onions) with brie cheese and smoky speck. Imagine wrapping all that goodness up and giving it a crunchy coat of cornmeal, walnuts, and rosemary. Seriously good. This adds a nice crispy bite and fills the kitchen with those wonderful Italian aromas. Pretty simple. But the real magic happens when the creamy brie melts right into the onions. It's a fun blend of flavors—part sweet, part savory—that feels a bit fancy even though it's simple to make. And here's the thing: in Northern Italy, speck is a popular choice in starters, and these rolls show exactly why that combo with green onion rolls works so beautifully.
Hosting a weekend get-together gets a lot more exciting with these scallion rolls. Pull them from the oven, and the filling turns so moist and gooey, it's hard not to dive right in. To be honest, what's great about this recipe is its modern flair; it’s not tied down to one tradition. It combines regional ingredients in a fresh way, showing those Italian aperitivo vibes. And look, the spring onion rolls showcase a golden color and nutty crunch from the cornmeal and walnuts. Really, if you're used to basic spring onion bread or regular stuffed rolls, you'll find something special here. Whether you're looking for a snack before dinner or a warm, inviting starter, these rolls hit the spot. They are the type of food that makes people curious about what's inside, and it's fun to see everyone enjoying the tangy, cheesy, and herby flavors in every bite. Thing is, it's all about that fresh-from-the-oven experience—when the rolls are crispy on the outside, melting on the inside, and releasing those amazing smells that really capture the core of Northern Italy in the best possible way. So, go ahead and surprise your friends with something that's both traditional and new, and enjoy every bite!
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INGREDIENTS
- Spring onions 9
- Speck 9 slices
- Brie cheese 3.5 oz (100 g)
- For the coating
- Rustic breadcrumbs 4 tbsp (30 g)
- Corn flour 2 ½ tbsp (20 g)
- Parmigiano Reggiano PDO cheese 0.7 oz (20 g)
- Walnut kernels 0.7 oz (20 g)
- Rosemary to taste
- Extra virgin olive oil to taste
How to prepare Scallion Rolls
To prepare the scallion rolls, start with the coating: place the walnuts together with the rosemary on a cutting board 1 and finely chop them 2. Pour the mixture into a bowl and add the cornmeal 3.
Add the grated Parmesan 4 and coarse breadcrumbs 5; then season with salt and pepper to taste 6.
Add a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil 7 and mix until you obtain a sandy mixture 8. Then cut the brie into pieces 9.
Clean the scallions by removing the tougher outer layer, trim both ends 10 11 and halve them lengthwise 12.
Fill the scallions by placing a piece of brie at the center of one half 13, then close it with the other half to encase the cheese. Wrap each filled scallion with a slice of speck 14, pressing it so it adheres well 15.
Arrange the rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper 16, slightly spaced apart. Spread the coating over the surface 17 and finish with a drizzle of oil. Bake in a preheated fan-assisted oven at 356°F for 15-20 minutes, until the speck is golden and the coating is crunchy. Remove from the oven 18 and serve the scallion rolls hot so you can fully enjoy the soft, melty brie center.