Frittelle di farina di castagne, also known as Frittell ad fareina ad castagne, is a traditional dessert from the Emilia-Romagna region in Italy. This delicious treat can be found in various towns and communes in Emilia-Romagna, including Bologna, Modena, and Parma.
In Bologna, you can find Frittelle di farina di castagne at Pasticceria Gamberini, a renowned pastry shop located in the heart of the city. They offer a wide variety of pastries and desserts, including these chestnut flour fritters. In Modena, you can visit Pasticceria Giusti, a historic bakery that has been serving traditional sweets since 1865. They also offer Frittelle di farina di castagne among their selection.
To make Frittelle di farina di castagne, you will need chestnut flour, eggs, sugar, milk, and a pinch of salt. The ingredients are mixed together to form a smooth batter, which is then fried until golden brown. These fritters can be enjoyed plain or dusted with powdered sugar.
Frittelle di farina di castagne has been recognized with the PAT (Traditional Agri-Foodstuffs) recognition, which aims to protect and promote traditional Italian food products. The specifications for this recognition include the use of chestnut flour as the main ingredient, the traditional preparation method, and the specific towns and communes where it can be found.
Sources:
– “Frittelle di farina di castagne” – Pasticceria Gamberini (pasticceriagamberini.it)
– “Pasticceria Giusti” – Modena Tourism (visitmodena.it)
– “Frittelle di farina di castagne” – Emilia-Romagna Region (regione.emilia-romagna.it)