Pallotte Cacie E Ove Alla Teramana: Teramo-style Cheese And Egg Balls

Pallotte Cacie e Ove alla Teramana, or Teramo-Style Cheese and Egg Balls, is a traditional dish from the Abruzzo region of Italy. These delicious cheese and egg balls are a popular comfort food, perfect for a cozy family meal or a special occasion.

Pallotte Cacie E Ove Alla Teramana: Teramo-style Cheese And Egg Balls

Ingredients

  • 4 eggs
  • 200g Pecorino cheese, grated
  • 100g Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, grated
  • 100g breadcrumbs
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Handful of fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Extra virgin olive oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix together the grated Pecorino cheese, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper.
  2. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and then add them to the cheese mixture. Mix until well combined.
  3. Form the mixture into small balls, about the size of a golf ball.
  4. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the cheese and egg balls until golden brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Remove the balls from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
  6. Serve the Pallotte Cacie e Ove hot, with a side of marinara sauce or a simple green salad.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
40 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
15g
Protein
20g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Large mixing bowl Skillet Plate Paper towels

Tools

Cheese grater Knife Cutting board Bowl Whisk

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve the Pallotte Cacie e Ove with a side of marinara sauce and a glass of red wine.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Make sure the cheese and egg mixture is well combined before forming the balls to ensure they hold their shape during frying.

Cost

$10