Spicy Salami Fritters

Name: Spicy Salami Fritters
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 20
Ingredients: Spicy salami 3.5 oz; Sparkling water 0.4 cup; Type 00 flour 0.6 cup; Instant yeast for salted preparations 1 tsp; Fine salt to taste; Black pepper to taste; Peanut seed oil to taste

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Lactose Free

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Makes: 20 pieces
Cost: Low

PRESENTATION

Recipe by
Elena Laudicina

In Southern Italy, spicy salami fritters are such a hit, especially at family gatherings and local festivals. Really good stuff. They have this crispy exterior and bold spicy salami flavor inside that both kids and adults just love. And look, locals really love to experiment. They often add zucchini for a veggie twist—creating those super tasty salami zucchini fritters. The mix of tender dough with spicy salami is honestly so so good.

Now, in some towns, folks take it up a notch—by mixing cheese into the batter. This transforms them into salami and cheese fritters that are both moist and super savory. For real. While tradition is key, there's always room for a bit of creativity here. Some families even make sweet versions with apples, but truthfully, the savory, Mediterranean-inspired varieties really steal the show. They’re especially popular as appetizers.

These salami fritters appetizer options are a must at casual gatherings or holiday spreads. Making an easy salami fritters recipe at home is not just fun; it's a chance to experiment. Try different salami—from mild to super spicy—and add herbs or extra cheese. And the best part? Every batch offers a unique twist, bursting with flavor. Whether you go for classic homemade salami fritters or try loaded versions with cheese or veggies, these snacks are always a crowd favorite.

People in Southern Italy showcase their culinary skills by using local ingredients—proving that something as simple as fried dough can become really, really special with bold Mediterranean flavors and a touch of creativity.

INGREDIENTS

Ingredients for 20 fritters: Spicy salami 3.5 oz (100 g); Sparkling water 0.4 cup (100 g); Type 00 flour 0.6 cup (75 g); Instant yeast for salted preparations 1 tsp; Fine salt to taste; Black pepper to taste

for frying: Peanut seed oil to taste

Preparation

How to prepare Spicy Salami Fritters

To make the spicy salami fritters, first cut the spicy salami into slices about half an inch thick 1, remove the casing 2, and then cut the slices into small cubes 3.

Set aside the chopped salami 4 and prepare the batter: in a bowl, pour in the flour and sparkling water 5, season with salt and ground black pepper 6.

Finally, add the instant yeast 7, mix to combine the ingredients well, and you should have a smooth and slightly runny batter 8. At this point, add the salami cubes 9

and mix 10 to distribute them evenly. In a pan, heat the seed oil; for optimal frying, we recommend heating the oil to about 340°F. Once the oil is hot, take a teaspoon of batter and drop it into the oil 11. Cook the fritters for one minute 12

then turn them over and continue cooking for another minute until golden 13. Drain them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb the excess oil 14. The spicy salami fritters are ready to be enjoyed 15!

Storage

Spicy salami fritters are excellent when freshly made but can also be enjoyed warm. We do not recommend storing them in the fridge or freezer after frying.