The Bimby is a versatile kitchen appliance that can be used for everything from chopping vegetables to making ice cream. But what makes it particularly useful for pettole is that it can knead the dough and fry the pettole all in one machine. This means less mess and less time spent in the kitchen.
To make pettole with the Bimby, you will need:
– 500g of flour
– 1 tsp of salt
– 1 tsp of sugar
– 1 tsp of dry yeast
– 250ml of lukewarm water
– Oil for frying
First, put the flour, salt, sugar, and dry yeast into the Bimby bowl. Mix the ingredients together for about 10 seconds, so that everything is evenly combined. Then, with the Bimby running on low speed, slowly add in the lukewarm water. Keep mixing for about 4-5 minutes, until the dough comes together and forms a smooth, elastic ball.
Cover the Bimby bowl with a damp cloth, and let the dough rest for about an hour. During this time, the dough will rise, so make sure to leave enough room in the bowl.
Once the dough has risen, turn the Bimby back on low speed and knead the dough for another 2-3 minutes. Then, take small pieces of dough (about the size of a walnut) and roll them into balls. Place the balls on a floured surface, cover them with a cloth, and let them rest for another 10-15 minutes.
Heat up the oil in a frying pan. The best oil to use for pettole is sunflower oil, as it has a high smoke point and a neutral flavor. Once the oil is hot, carefully add in the pettole balls. Make sure not to overcrowd the pan, as this will cause the pettole to stick together.
Fry the pettole for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown. Once they are done, use a slotted spoon to remove them from the pan and place them on a paper towel to drain any excess oil.
Once all of the pettole are fried, it’s time to serve them! Traditionally, pettole are sprinkled with sugar or drizzled with honey. You could also try serving them with a side of Nutella for a delicious twist.
Overall, making pettole with the Bimby is a fun and easy way to enjoy this classic Italian dish. With the ability to knead and fry all in one machine, the Bimby saves time and effort. So why not give it a try this holiday season? Your taste buds (and your guests) will thank you!