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Empanada de Pascua Siciliana

Cultural Context

Originating from Sicily, the Empanada de Pascua Siciliana is traditionally prepared for Easter celebrations, symbolizing the end of Lent. This savory pie is filled with a rich mixture of cheeses, meats, and spices, representing abundance and festivity. Today, it is enjoyed not only during Easter but also at family gatherings and special occasions, showcasing the region's culinary heritage.

ItalianITmain
120 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
250 g di farina 00
250 g di farina di semola rimacinata
2 uova intere
50 g di zucchero
80 g di strutto
80 ml di acqua temperatura ambiente
limone grattugiato
1 kg di ricotta
250 g di zucchero
cannella
buccia di limone grattugiato

ricotta cheese

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: cottage cheese

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: cream cheese

Cottage cheese maintains creaminess with fewer calories.

parmesan cheese

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: nutritional yeast

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast adds flavor without dairy.

salami

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: turkey salami

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: pepperoni

Turkey salami reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

ham

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: turkey ham

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: bacon

Turkey ham is lower in calories and fat.

1

In a bowl, mix the 250 g of farina 00 and 250 g of farina di semola rimacinata with the 50 g of zucchero and the 80 g of strutto.

2

Add the 2 uova intere and 80 ml of acqua temperatura ambiente to the mixture and knead until a dough forms.

3

Let the dough rest for a while.

4

Prepare the filling by mixing the 1 kg of ricotta with 250 g of zucchero, cannella, and limone grattugiato.

5

Roll out the dough and fill it with the ricotta mixture.

6

Shape the filled dough into the desired form and place it on a baking tray.

7

Bake in a static oven at 180 degrees Celsius for 15-20 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

Sicilian Easter PiePizza di Pasqua
Local Name: Empanada di Pasqua Siciliana

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