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Italian Bread Balls

Cultural Context

Originating from Italy, Italian Bread Balls are a beloved street food often enjoyed as a snack or appetizer. Traditionally made with simple ingredients, they showcase the Italian knack for transforming basic components into delightful bites. These bread balls are particularly popular in southern regions and have found their way into various global cuisines, with each region adding its unique twist.

ItalianITappetizer
75 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
4 cups leftover bread, cubed
1 cup tomato sauce
1 teaspoon black pepper

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

parmesan cheese

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: nutritional yeast

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

mozzarella cheese

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: low-fat mozzarella

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: cheddar cheese

Cheddar is often less expensive and melts well.

1

Take leftover bread and cut it into small pieces

2

Mix the bread pieces with tomato sauce and black pepper

3

Form the mixture into small balls

4

Heat oil in a pan for frying

5

Fry the bread balls until golden brown

6

Serve warm with additional tomato sauce

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingfrying

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlrolling pindeep frying panslotted spoonpaper towels

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

PanzerottiPanzarotti
Local Name: Palline di pane

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