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Panisse — traditional dish from Provence, France
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Nutritional Values

🔥300kcal
💪10gProtein
🌾60gCarbs
🥑5gFat
🌿5gFibre
⚖️150 gServing

* Per serving · 150 g. May vary.

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Cannes

Panisse

How to order / say it
Say it Panisse — [Pah-neese]
Order I'd like the panisse, please.
Locally Je voudrais la panisse, s'il vous plaît.
Say locally

Chickpea flour fritters, a typical snack from Provence.

Why try it?

Panisse reflects Marseille's multicultural influences and the local penchant for simple yet flavorful foods. It's a staple snack that captures the creativity of Provençal cuisine.

How it tastes

These fritters are crispy on the outside, soft and creamy inside, with a subtle nuttiness from the chickpeas. They're perfect with a sprinkle of salt and a squeeze of lemon.

Origin & History — first documented: 1910

Panisse has roots in Ligurian cuisine, brought to Marseille by Italian immigrants in the early 20th century. Its popularity grew as it became a beloved street food staple in Provence.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🌾 200 g chickpea flour
  • 🥕 500 ml water
  • 🫒 50 ml olive oil
  • 🧂 1 tsp salt
  • 🍋 1 lemon

Method

  1. 1 Gradually whisk chickpea flour into boiling salted water.
  2. 2 Cook over low heat, stirring, until thickened.
  3. 3 Pour into a greased dish, let cool, then slice.
  4. 4 Fry slices in olive oil until golden brown.

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