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Nutritional Values
350kcal
8gProtein
60gCarbs
10gFat
2gFibre
150 gServing
* Per serving · 150 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
🥛 Dairy
Petulla
How to order / say it
Say it
Petulla — [Pe-toola]
Order
I'll have some petulla, please.
Locally
Do të doja disa petulla, ju lutem.
Say locally
Albanian fried dough, often served for breakfast.
Why try it?
Petulla is a beloved comfort food in Berat, often associated with family gatherings and traditional cuisine.
How it tastes
These fritters are slightly crispy on the outside yet soft and chewy on the inside, offering a hearty base for sweet or savory toppings.
Origin & History — first documented: 1800
Dating back centuries, Petulla has been a staple, served to recognize harvest and as an everyday breakfast or snack.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 500 g flour
- 🥛 300 ml milk
- 🌾 10 g yeast
- 🍯 50 g sugar
- 🧂 1 tsp salt
- 🫒 500 ml vegetable oil
Method
- 1 Mix flour, yeast, salt, and sugar.
- 2 Gradually add milk to form a dough.
- 3 Let the dough rise until doubled.
- 4 Shape small dough balls and fry in hot oil.
- 5 Drain and serve warm.
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