Rollatini facts for kids
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| Alternative names | Involtini |
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| Place of origin |  Italy |
| Main ingredients | Eggplant or veal or chicken or fish, ricotta |
| 20 kcal (84 kJ) | |
Rollatini is a yummy dish that comes from Italy. It's made by taking thin slices of food, like eggplant, and rolling them up with a tasty filling inside. Imagine a mini food roll-up!
The most common way to make rollatini is with thin slices of eggplant. These slices are often lightly coated in wheat flour or bread crumbs. Then, they are filled with a creamy cheese called ricotta, and sometimes other cheeses and spices too. After being rolled up, they are baked until golden and delicious.
Sometimes, instead of eggplant, people use thin slices of veal, chicken, or even fish to make rollatini. This makes the dish very versatile and there are many ways to enjoy it!
What's in a Name?
The word Rollatini might sound Italian, but it's actually not a real Italian word! In Italy, this dish is known as involtini. So, if you're ever in Italy and want to try this dish, ask for involtini di melanzane (which means "eggplant involtini"). It's good to know the right name when you're exploring new foods!
