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Best Easy Olive Ascolane Recipe

Name: Best Easy Olive Ascolane Recipe
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 100 g
Ingredients: Large green olives, pitted 20 pieces; Ground beef 3 oz; Ground pork 2 oz; Breadcrumbs 1 cup; Eggs 2 pieces; Parmesan cheese, grated 2 tbsp; All-purpose flour 0.5 cup; Vegetable oil (for frying) 1 cup; Onion, finely chopped 2 tbsp; Carrot, finely chopped 1 tbsp; Celery, finely chopped 1 tbsp; Salt 0.5 tsp; Black pepper 0.25 tsp; Nutmeg, freshly grated 0.25 tsp

Stuffed, breaded, and fried giant olives from Ascoli Piceno are Italy's finest bar snack. These protein-packed mediterranean bites are perfect for family gatherings and entertaining.

Cook 45 min Difficulty NORMAL 210 kcal

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

Large green olives, pitted 20 pieces
Ground beef 3 oz
Ground pork 2 oz
Breadcrumbs 1 cup
Eggs 2 pieces
Parmesan cheese, grated 2 tbsp
All-purpose flour 0.5 cup
Vegetable oil (for frying) 1 cup

Seasonings/Sauce

Onion, finely chopped 2 tbsp
Carrot, finely chopped 1 tbsp
Celery, finely chopped 1 tbsp
Salt 0.5 tsp
Black pepper 0.25 tsp
Nutmeg, freshly grated 0.25 tsp

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 13 g 25%

Protein 7 g 13%

Fat 14 g 60%

Serving size 100g

Cooking steps

1

Heat 1 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion, carrot, and celery until soft, about 3 minutes.
2

Add ground beef and pork, cooking until just browned, breaking up with a spoon for even texture, 4-5 minutes.
3

Remove from heat, stir in Parmesan, 1 beaten egg, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly; let filling cool.
4

Stuff each olive carefully with the meat mixture, pressing filling gently so olives don't split.
5

Dredge each olive in flour, then dip in beaten egg, and finally roll in breadcrumbs to coat fully.
6

Heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep pan. Fry olives in small batches 2-3 minutes, until crisp and golden, turning to brown evenly.
7

Drain fried olives on paper towels, season lightly with salt, and serve warm.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?

The star ingredient is the large green olives, which provide the signature briny flavor and juicy texture for Olive Ascolane. Their size and quality are essential, as they must hold the savory meat filling.

Q. How do I control frying for perfect texture?

Maintain your oil at 350°F (175°C) and fry the stuffed olives in small batches. This helps ensure even browning and prevents overcrowding, resulting in a perfectly crisp coating without oil absorption or sogginess.

Q. How can I avoid the filling leaking out during frying?

It's important to pack the meat filling gently but firmly without splitting the olives. A complete coating of flour, egg, and breadcrumbs acts as a barrier, keeping the filling secure and preventing leaks.

Q. How many calories and macronutrients are in each serving?

One 100g serving contains about 210 kcal, with 13g carbohydrates, 7g protein, and 14g fat. Fat provides about 60% of the calories, so enjoy these as a fun, protein-rich bar snack.

Best Easy Olive Ascolane Recipe

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