Deep fried pizza

Deep fried pizza, also called pizza fritta in Italian, is a tasty food that comes from Italy. Instead of baking the pizza in an oven like usual, it is cooked by deep frying. This method gives the pizza a special flavor and a different nutritional profile compared to regular pizza.

People in both Italy and Scotland enjoy deep fried pizza, but the ways they make it are quite different. These differences likely happened because the two places developed this yummy dish on their own, without knowing about each other. Whether you prefer it Italian-style or Scottish-style, deep fried pizza is a delightful twist on a classic favorite.

In Italy

Pizza fritta started in Naples, Italy. It is made by frying a round piece of pizza dough before adding toppings. Sometimes, the toppings are put inside a pocket of dough like a calzone and then fried. Frying the pizza lets people make it without an oven, which is useful for street food from carts where ovens are not practical.

In Scotland

Deep fried pizza is popular in chip shops in Scotland. It is deep fried without batter. There is also a version called a "pizza crunch," which is a half-pizza or slice of pizza that is battered and deep fried. It can be served with chips as a "pizza crunch supper."