Top 5 Best Street Foods in Rome, Italy! 🇮🇹 (€20 DIY Rome Food Tour)

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: ricotta

Part-skim mozzarella reduces fat while ricotta is often less expensive.

cured meats

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: cooked ham

Grilled chicken offers a leaner option, while cooked ham is more budget-friendly.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola oil is often cheaper.

fresh basil

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Spinach provides similar nutrients, and dried herbs can be more affordable.

Prepare rice and mix with cheese and tomato sauce.

Form rice mixture into balls.

Heat olive oil in a deep fryer until hot.

Deep-fry the rice balls until golden brown.

Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.

Serve with balsamic vinegar.

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