Sfincione
Sfincione is a beloved Sicilian pizza, particularly from Palermo, characterized by its thick, spongy, focaccia-like dough. It is traditionally topped with a rich tomato sauce, onions, anchovies, caciocavallo cheese, and a generous sprinkling of breadcrumbs.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in carbohydrates and fats, providing a good source of energy and protein from the cheese and anchovies. A typical serving can range from 300 to 450 calories, depending on the portion size and amount of cheese used.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 12 g |
| Carbs | 48 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 850 mg |
| Potassium | 220 mg |
| Calcium | 180 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin C | 10 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) | 0.3 mg |
| Folate | 60 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 150 mg |
Per 1 slice (approx. 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Sfincione is often eaten as a street food or a traditional Christmas Eve dish in Sicily, and its name is derived from the Latin word 'spongia,' referring to its spongy texture.
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