PIZZA FRITTA NAPOLETANA

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

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

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

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

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

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

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: herb seasoning

Dried herbs maintain flavor and are often more economical.

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

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

Cut the rolled dough into circles or squares.

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

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

Remove the fried dough and drain on paper towels.

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

Top with mozzarella cheese and a sprinkle of parmesan cheese.

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

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

Serve hot, garnished with additional fresh herbs if desired.

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