Description
Savory pastry
Technical
A croline is a flaky pastry parcel filled with various (traditionally) salty or spicy fillings. Normally the top side of the pastry is latticed. Crolines are produced in various shapes and sizes and with different fillings. Though sweet versions are beginning to be produced, typical savoury fillings are mushroom, ham/cheese and salmon/herb. Seafood filled crolines are normally made in a fish shaped pastry.
Sensory Profile
Aroma ()
butterynuttytoastedearthyumami
Wine Analogy
Like a buttery Chardonnay with savory notes
Coffee Analogy
Similar to a medium roast with nutty undertones
Perfume Analogy
Reminiscent of warm, baked bread accords in gourmand perfumes
Origin & History
Civilization
Medieval Europeans
Era
Middle Ages
Region
Western Europe
Spread Path
Medieval trade routes
Culinary Applications
Crolini di MareItalian coastal cuisineEncases delicate seafood fillings while allowing steam vents
Pirozhki CrolineRussian fusionCombines traditional pirozhki fillings with French pastry technique
Samosa CrolineIndian-Western fusionLattice allows spiced fillings to breathe during frying
Dietary
VegetarianHalalKosherglutendairyeggs