Pizza Fritta

Pizza Fritta is a beloved Neapolitan street food consisting of a pizza dough that is deep-fried rather than baked, resulting in a golden, puffy, and crispy exterior. The dough is typically stuffed with a savory mixture of ingredients such as ricotta, mozzarella, provola, salami, or cicoli (pork cracklings) before being sealed and fried. It is a quintessential snack from Naples, Italy, often enjoyed on the go.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

As a deep-fried dish, Pizza Fritta is high in fat and carbohydrates, providing a dense source of energy with a rough calorie ballpark of 500-700 calories per serving. It offers significant protein and calcium from its cheese fillings, though it is best enjoyed in moderation due to its fried nature.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	420 kcal
Protein	12 g
Carbs	48 g
Fat	20 g
Fiber	2.5 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	850 mg
Calcium	150 mg
Iron	3.2 mg
Potassium	180 mg
Phosphorus	160 mg
Vitamin A	120 µg RAE
Vitamin C	4 mg
Vitamin B12	0.8 µg
Selenium	18 µg

Per 1 piece (approx. 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, Pizza Fritta is a symbol of Neapolitan culinary history, famously immortalized in the 1948 film 'L'Oro di Napoli' (The Gold of Naples) starring Sophia Loren. Nutritionally, its unique preparation method creates a distinct texture and flavor profile that differs significantly from traditional baked pizza, making it a comforting and indulgent treat.