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Fried Neapolitan Pizza

Cultural Context

Originating from Naples, Fried Neapolitan Pizza, or Pizza Fritta, was created as a portable meal for street vendors. Traditionally filled with simple ingredients, it reflects the resourcefulness of Neapolitan cuisine. Today, it is a beloved street food, enjoyed both in Italy and around the world, often served at festivals and markets, showcasing the rich culinary heritage of the region.

ItalianITmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
pizza dough
tomato sauce
mozzarella cheese
basil
olive oil
parmesan cheese
black pepper
garlic
salt
flour
water
yeast
sugar
semolina flour
fresh herbs

mozzarella cheese

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: processed cheese

Part-skim mozzarella reduces fat while processed cheese is more affordable.

olive oil

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: avocado oil

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while vegetable oil is often less expensive.

parmesan cheese

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: nutritional yeast

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free, while grated pecorino offers a similar flavor at a lower cost.

fresh herbs

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: dried herbs

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: herb seasoning

Dried herbs maintain flavor and are often more economical.

1

Prepare pizza dough and let it rise until doubled in size, about 1-2 hours.

2

Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick.

3

Cut the rolled dough into circles or squares.

4

Heat olive oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

5

Add the dough pieces to the hot oil, frying until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.

6

Remove the fried dough and drain on paper towels.

7

Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce on each piece of fried dough.

8

Top with mozzarella cheese and a sprinkle of parmesan cheese.

9

Add fresh basil and a pinch of black pepper to taste.

10

Return to the skillet and fry briefly until the cheese melts, about 1-2 minutes.

11

Serve hot, garnished with additional fresh herbs if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Pizza FrittaFrittatina
Local Name: Pizza Napoletana Fritta

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