Ricette di Sicilia
Cibo, cultura e tradizioni siciliane
Fava and Ricotta Fritters in Tomato Sauce: A True Sicilian Classic
Experience the rich flavours and heritage of Sicily with these fava and ricotta fritters in a comforting tomato sauce.
🛒 Ingredients
- ✓ 200 g broad beans
- ✓ 150 g fresh ricotta
- ✓ 2 eggs
- ✓ 100 g Sicilian pecorino, grated
- ✓ 50 g breadcrumbs
- ✓ 500 ml tomato sauce
- ✓ 1 bunch fresh basil
- ✓ salt
- ✓ extra virgin olive oil
- ✓ plain flour, enough for dusting
- ✓ vegetable oil for frying
📊 Nutritional Information
Fava and ricotta fritters in tomato sauce are a genuine taste of Sicilian culinary tradition, where simple ingredients meld into deep, heartwarming flavours. This dish conjures images of Sicilian grandmothers’ kitchens and is ideal for a spring or summer lunch when fresh broad beans are at their peak. The fragrant tomato sauce, enriched with fresh basil, fills the air, inviting you to sit down and savour a meal that feels like a warm, flavourful embrace. The natural sweetness of the fava beans and the creaminess of the ricotta blend perfectly, enhanced by the sharp, slightly peppery touch of Sicilian pecorino. It's a dish that calls to mind sun-soaked Sicilian days, perfect for sharing with friends and family.
👨🍳 Preparation
- 1
Begin by boiling the broad beans in lightly salted water until tender. Drain and leave to cool slightly.
- 2
Mash them with a fork until smooth, then mix in the ricotta until you have a uniform mixture.
- 3
Stir in the eggs, grated pecorino, a pinch of salt, and combine everything thoroughly.
- 4
Shape the mixture into small balls, then dust them in flour followed by breadcrumbs, ensuring they’re well-coated.
- 5
Heat a generous amount of oil in a non-stick pan and fry the fritters until golden on all sides. Drain on kitchen paper to remove excess oil.
- 6
For the sauce, gently fry a mix of garlic and fresh basil in extra virgin olive oil, add the tomato sauce and simmer over a low heat for about 15 minutes, seasoning to taste.
- 7
Pop the fritters into the sauce and let them soak up the flavour for a few minutes before serving.
💡 Tips and Variations
For a vegan twist, swap the pecorino for a plant-based cheese. To make this gluten-free, use gluten-free breadcrumbs and flour. Add a bit of heat by stirring in fresh or dried chilli to the sauce.
📦 Storage
- • Store the fritters in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2-3 days.
- • For longer keeping, freeze the fritters on a tray before transferring them to a freezer bag.
- • Reheat gently in the oven or a pan before serving.
🍷 Pairing
These fava and ricotta fritters in tomato sauce pair beautifully with Nero d’Avola, one of Sicily’s finest red wines.
I hope this recipe brings a touch of Sicilian sunshine to your kitchen. There’s something truly special about sharing these rustic fritters with loved ones, whether at a laid-back lunch or cosy dinner. Do give them a go – I promise the rich flavours and comforting textures will win your heart. And don’t forget to tell me how you get on – good food tastes even better when it’s shared!
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