U' pastizz 'rtunnar facts for kids
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| Type | Turnover |
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| Place of origin | Italy |
| Region or state | Basilicata |
| Main ingredients | Pork, eggs, cheese |
U' pastizz 'rtunnar, often called just pastizz, is a tasty baked pastry. It's like a folded-over pie with a savory (not sweet) filling. This special food comes from the Basilicata region in Italy.
What Does "Pastizz" Mean?
The name "U' pastizz 'rtunnar" comes from the local language in Basilicata. It roughly means "The pastry from Rotondella". Rotondella is the town where this delicious food first came from.
It's important not to mix up this Italian pastizz with the Maltese pastizz. They are different!
History of Pastizz
Pastizz is a type of calzone, which is a folded pizza. It first appeared a long time ago, between the 1700s and 1800s. Over time, other cultures, like people from Albania, shared their cooking ideas. This helped make the local food, including pastizz, even more flavorful.
In the past, families usually made pastizz for special events. These included holidays like Easter or other celebrations when more meat was available.
The half-moon shape of pastizz is also special. It represents good luck and having plenty of food.
Today, you can find pastizz in bakeries, restaurants, and pizza places. But many families still enjoy making it at home, keeping the tradition alive!
How Pastizz Is Made
Pastizz is usually cooked in a wood-burning oven, which gives it a unique taste. Each pastizz is about 15-20 cm (6-8 inches) long and 10-12 cm (4-5 inches) wide.
The main ingredients for the filling are fresh pork (or sometimes goat meat), eggs, and cheese. These are mixed with salt, diced parsley, pepper, and extra virgin olive oil for flavor.
The dough for pastizz is made by mixing hard wheat flour, lard (a type of fat), water, extra virgin olive oil, and salt.
See also
In Spanish: U' pastizz 'rtunnar para niños
