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Best Easy Pettole Pugliesi Recipe

Name: Best Easy Pettole Pugliesi Recipe
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 80 g
Ingredients: all-purpose flour 2.5 cups; lukewarm water 1.25 cups; active dry yeast 1 tbsp; extra-virgin olive oil 2 tbsp; salt 0.75 tsp; vegetable oil (for frying) 24 oz

Fluffy fried dough balls served sweet or savory are Puglia's festive street food. These light mediterranean treats are a family tradition during Christmas celebrations.

Cook 55 min Difficulty NORMAL 230 kcal

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

all-purpose flour 2.5 cups
lukewarm water 1.25 cups
active dry yeast 1 tbsp

Seasonings/Sauce

extra-virgin olive oil 2 tbsp
salt 0.75 tsp
vegetable oil (for frying) 24 oz

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 32 g 56%

Protein 5 g 9%

Fat 8 g 35%

Serving size 80g

Cooking steps

1

In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Create a well in the center and sprinkle active dry yeast on one side.
2

Slowly pour in lukewarm water, mixing with a wooden spoon until a sticky dough forms. Drizzle in olive oil and mix until silky.
3

Cover the bowl with a damp cloth and let the dough rise in a warm spot for 1–2 hours, or until doubled in size with visible bubbles.
4

Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C), monitoring oil temperature for consistent frying.
5

Using oiled hands or two spoons, drop golf-ball-sized portions of dough carefully into the hot oil. Fry in batches, turning for even browning, until puffed and deep golden on all sides (3–4 minutes per batch).
6

Remove pettole with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined tray. Serve warm as-is, or roll in sugar/honey for sweet, or season with sea salt/herbs for savory.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What's the key ingredient in this Best Easy Pettole Pugliesi Recipe?

All-purpose flour is the foundation of this recipe, providing the essential structure and fluffy dough texture that make pettole so authentic. Combined with lukewarm water and yeast, it creates the beautiful airy bite that is a hallmark of these festive fried treats.

Q. Why is monitoring oil temperature important when frying pettole?

Consistent oil temperature (around 350°F/175°C) ensures each dough ball fries quickly and evenly, resulting in a crisp exterior and fluffy, hollow interior. Frying too cool leads to greasiness; too hot causes burning before they're cooked through.

Q. How do I prevent my pettole from becoming dense or oily?

Be sure the dough has properly risen with visible bubbles before frying. If oil is hot enough and dough rises well, pettole will puff beautifully and avoid soaking up excess oil. Avoid overcrowding the pot—fry in small batches for best results.

Q. What is the nutrition profile per serving?

Each 80g serving contains about 230 kcal, 32g carbohydrates (56% of calories), 5g protein (9%), and 8g fat (35%). This reflects Pettole's dough base, moderate oil absorption, and light protein from wheat flour.

Best Easy Pettole Pugliesi Recipe

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