Rice fritters alla Pavese are a delicious and crispy appetizer, perfect to serve during an aperitif or as a light dish. Their origin dates back to the culinary tradition of Pavia, a city in northern Italy. These fritters are made with rice, milk, eggs, and a selection of spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. They are then fried until they reach an irresistible crispiness. Enjoy them while still hot, dusted with powdered sugar and accompanied by fresh strawberries.
Combine the milk, rice, vanilla, and a pinch of salt in a saucepan
Bring to a boil and cook over low heat until the rice has absorbed the liquid
Remove from heat and discard the vanilla
Dissolve the yeast in a little warm water, mix it with the rice, cover, and let rest for 2 hours
Peel and chop the pistachios
Beat the eggs and mix them with the rice, pistachios, sweetener, flour, a teaspoon of cinnamon, and two pinches of nutmeg
Cover and let rise for 30 minutes
Blend the strawberries with the sugar until you obtain a smooth sauce
Fry the rice by spoonfuls
Drain the fritters on absorbent paper
Dust them with powdered sugar and serve them hot with the strawberry sauce on the side
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Store the rice fritters alla Pavese in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days
Rice fritters alla Pavese are a typical appetizer of the traditional cuisine of Pavia
Italia, Lombardia
| Energy (kcal) | 147.6 |
| Carbohydrates (g) | 22.47 |
| of which Sugars (g) | 15.01 |
| Fat (g) | 3.67 |
| of which Saturates (g) | 0.88 |
| Protein (g) | 4.52 |
| Fiber (g) | 1.49 |
| Sale (g) | 0.13 |
