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 A plate of Caltanisetta-style panelle (panelle nissene) | |
| Alternative names | Panelli |
|---|---|
| Type | Fritter |
| Course | Main course |
| Place of origin | Italy |
| Region or state | Sicily |
| Associated cuisine | Sicilian |
| Main ingredients | Chickpea flour, water, salt |
| Ingredients generally used | Parsley, olive oil, pepper |
| Variations | Pane e panelle |
Panella (pl.: panelle) is a Sicilian fritter made with chickpea flour and other ingredients, usually including water, salt, pepper, olive oil, and finely chopped parsley. They are a popular street food in the city of Palermo and are often eaten between slices of bread or on a sesame roll, like a sandwich. Called pane e panelle, these sandwiches are usually served with a slice of lemon to be squeezed over panelle.[1][2]
Variations
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Panelle in a bread roll (pane e panelle).
Panelle and crocchè on a platter (Panelle e cazzilli).
See also
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References
[edit]- ↑ Ferrigno, Ursula (9 May 2023). "From panelle to pistachio pesto: a taste of Sicilian food". National Geographic. Retrieved 4 February 2026.
- ↑ Fenn, Georgie (2 June 2024). "The Panelle Sandwich Is A Chickpea Classic With A Storied History". Mashed. Retrieved 4 February 2026.
External links
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- Panella page (in Italian)
- Panella page
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