Zeppole With Anchovy Recipe - Italian.Food.com (2024)

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Submitted by Phil Franco

"My grandmother made these on Christmas Eve.Recipe courtesy Rao’s Restaurant"

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Ready In:
2hrs 20mins

Ingredients:
6
Serves:

16

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ingredients

  • 1 12 cups flour
  • 14 ounce yeast
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 34 cup water
  • 16 anchovy fillets
  • 6 cups oil

directions

  • Mix flour, yeast, salt, and water. Let rest in refrigerator. After dough rests for about 2 hours, divide dough into 16 pieces. Place an anchovy in your palm. Fold dough over and make a ball. In heavy pot, heat oil. Add to hot oil and cook until golden brown.
  • Yield: 16 zeppole.
  • Prep Time: 2 hours 30 minutes.
  • Cooking Time: 20 minutes.

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  1. Nonna Paola from YouTube brought me here!

    jeanne.regan

  2. My DH's mother, from Calabria,used to make these and put in Christmas stockings. His sisters tried to make them to no avail. I made these and he said it brought him right back to his childhood. I found the dough to be rather sticky, but he said that was the way it was supposed to be. Thank you, Phil.

    maddysnana

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RECIPE SUBMITTED BY

Phil Franco

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FAQs

What does zeppole mean in Italian? ›

Zeppole (zeppola in the singular) is a traditional doughnut-like fritter that, rather than stuffed, is twisted into a coil and topped with yumminess.

What is zeppole dough made of? ›

In Italy, they are traditionally eaten during the Festa di San Giussepe (the Feast of Saint Joseph), when they are sold in the streets and given as gifts. The version always made in our family includes ricotta, sugar, eggs, flour, baking soda, and vanilla. This version is sometimes also referred to as “sfinge”.

What is another name for a zeppole? ›

zeppole. Sometimes fried, sometimes baked, these traditional doughnuts also come in different shapes and flavours depending on the region. They can even sometimes have a different name, such as bignè, sfinge or crispelli.

What region of Italy are zeppoles from? ›

Why do Italians eat zeppole? ›

One theory traces back to the biblical story of Joseph, Mary, and Jesus fleeing to Egypt. It's said that during this time, Joseph sold sweet pancakes to support his family, creating an association between his name and sweets – like zeppole.

What are the different types of zeppoles? ›

Some zeppole are filled with ricotta mixed with small pieces of chocolate, candied fruits and honey. Zeppole can also be savory, and consist of fried bread dough often filled with anchovy. In parts of Calabria, the anchovy or a sultana variety are consumed on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.

Are beignets the same as zeppole? ›

The main difference between a beignet and a zeppole is the dough as well as the shape. Zeppoles are looser than beignets, and the dough tends to be stickier. They're also made by drop spooning them into oil, whereas beignets have a very distinct square or rectangle shape.

When should I eat zeppole? ›

In current times, Italians celebrate March 19th as the Feast of Saint Joseph, which many call St. Joseph's Day. This day is also recognized as Father's Day in many countries. Zeppole is the dessert known to be eaten on this day, and no matter how this tradition came to be, we're just happy to have it!

What is the name of the cake traditionally eaten in Italy? ›

Panettone: history and characteristics of this italian cake. People everywhere eat panettone while celebrating their Christmas holidays, perhaps without knowing that the word Panettone comes from the Milanese dialect 'Pan del ton', which means 'luxurybread'. Yes, the Panettone is a local speciality.

What is the difference between a sopapilla and a zeppole? ›

Zeppole - Italian fritters sometimes served with a filling. Funnel cakes - Deep fried dessert made from a batter dropped from a funnel usually dusted with powdered sugar. Sopaipillas / Sopapillas - Southwestern crispy puffs drizzled with honey and often flavored with cinnamon or honey.

Are zeppole good for you? ›

"Anything that's been deep fried is always a no-go when you're trying to lose weight," New York-based nutritionist Regina Fazzini tells SheFinds. "Zeppoles are one of the worst things you can eat because of its high calorie count and fat content." Refined carbs are stripped of fiber and essential minerals and vitamins.

What does zeppole mean in English? ›

: a doughnut made from cream puff dough.

What is the national dessert of Italy? ›

Perhaps the most iconic Italian dessert, tiramisu appears on menus at restaurants not only throughout Italy but also all over the world.

What are some fun facts about zeppole? ›

History. Zeppole are typical of Italian cuisine, especially that of Rome and Naples. Zeppole originated in Ancient Rome when people started frying dough and putting sugar or cinnamon on it. However, the zeppole that is around today, was created in the eighteenth century.

What's the difference between a beignet and a zeppole? ›

The main difference between a beignet and a zeppole is the dough as well as the shape. Zeppoles are looser than beignets, and the dough tends to be stickier. They're also made by drop spooning them into oil, whereas beignets have a very distinct square or rectangle shape.

What is the Italian term for eating outside? ›

Etymology. The phrase al fresco composed of two words, is borrowed from Italian for "in the cool/fresh [air]". It is not in current use in Italian to refer to dining outside. Instead, Italians use the phrases fuori ("outside", "outdoor") or all'aperto ("in the open [air]").

What is the difference between a zeppole and a bomboloni? ›

Zeppole is a type of Italian doughnut, but they are not the same as bomboloni. Zeppole is closer to a batter that is spooned into the frying oil, whereas bomboloni is dough shaped ahead of time before going into the oil. Zeppole also uses ricotta cheese which makes them incredibly light.

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