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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
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 lb pork
1 cup provola cheese
1 cup tomato sauce
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup fresh basil

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

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

Add ricotta, pork, tomato sauce, a little bit of provola cheese, and pepper to the dough.

2

Close the dough well to seal the filling inside.

3

Heat oil in a deep skillet until it's hot enough for frying.

4

Fry the filled dough for about 1 minute until golden brown.

5

Serve the fried pizza hot.

Cooking Techniques

fryingmixingrollingtopping

Equipment Needed

deep skilletmixing bowlrolling pinslotted spoonpaper towels

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

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Also Known As

Pizza FrittaFrittatina
Local Name: Pizza Napoletana Fritta

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