Savory ricotta fritters are a delicious appetizer that can be prepared in a few minutes. I’ve added smoked bacon cubes inside, which make these fritters with instant yeast special. The savory ricotta fritters are also good to accompany cold cuts or cheeses. They are a quicker variant of the PETTOLE PUGLIESI, which need to rise with yeast before being fried. The savory fritters with instant yeast are delicious when freshly made or eaten within the same day, so I recommend not preparing them too far in advance. Thanks to the use of instant yeast, the savory fritters are quick and easy to make. You can also use baking powder, but make sure it doesn’t contain vanilla or sugar, as some types and brands do, or you can also use cream of tartar with a pinch of baking soda. Now let’s see how to make savory fritters, and let me know if you try them. Barbara

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Difficulty: Very Easy
Cost: Inexpensive
Preparation time: 15 Minutes
Portions: 4
Cooking methods: Frying
Cuisine: Italian
Seasonality: All Seasons

Ingredients for preparing savory ricotta fritters

1 cup ricotta
1/2 cup smoked bacon
2 eggs
to taste salt
1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons instant yeast for savory preparations
to taste peanut oil

How to prepare savory ricotta fritters

Let’s start preparing the savory ricotta fritters by cutting the smoked bacon into small cubes.
Place the ricotta in a bowl and work it with a fork,
Then add the eggs,
a pinch of salt,
the smoked bacon cubes,
the flour,
and finally the instant yeast,
Mix everything well with a fork to get a smooth and lump-free mixture.
Heat the peanut oil to about 340°F. If you don’t have a thermometer, use a wooden ladle. Dip the handle in the oil, and if bubbles form around it, the oil is ready for frying. With a teaspoon, scoop the mixture and drop it into the hot oil, using another teaspoon to help it release. Form other fritters, but not too many at once to ensure enough space to turn them and cook evenly.
Use a fork to frequently turn the fritters to ensure even cooking.
When the fritters are golden, remove them from the oil and
let them rest on paper towels to remove excess oil.
If you like, add some salt and serve the fritters.