Trofie

Trofie, less frequently troffie, strofie or stroffie, is a short, thin, twisted pasta from the Liguria region of Italy. These thin, twisted shapes are believed to have originated in Sori, a town in the province of Genoa. In the Ligurian language, the term trofie refers to gnocchi, while trofietta means a "small gnocco"—a pasta made from flour and potatoes, quite different in both shape and texture. Trofiette from Carloforte are also typical of the Sulcis archipelago in Sardinia, a region influenced by the Genoese culinary tradition known as cucina tabarchina (Tabarchino cuisine). The pasta's distinct shape resembles wood shavings, traditionally referred to as risso da banché (lit. 'bench rice'). The twisted spiral form, with its central curl and tapered ends—known locally as intursoeia—is not just visually unique but also key to its culinary qualities. The compact size and curled design are essential to its texture and flavor profile. Its appearance is often compared to the spiral of a corkscrew. In 2019, Trofie di Sori received the De.Co. (Denominazione Comunale) designation, recognizing it as a product deeply tied to its local territory and community. This status aims to preserve not only the traditional production methods but also the historical and cultural significance of this distinctive pasta shape.

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