Cereales y Granos

Italian roll

Italian roll
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Ingredient Information

Name

Italian roll

Category

Cereales y Granos

Popularity

34 recipes

Status

Inactive

Description

Italian roll is a type of small, crunchy bread originating from Italy, known for its light texture and golden, firm crust. Traditionally made with wheat flour, water, yeast, and salt, this roll is characterized by its soft and airy crumb, ideal for accompanying a wide variety of dishes or preparing delicious sandwiches.

The Italian roll has its roots in Italian baking tradition, where the art of creating simple but tasty breads is highly valued. Its popularity has spread throughout the world due to its versatility and neutral flavor that complements both sweet and savory ingredients.

Among its properties, its ability to stay fresh and crunchy for longer compared to other rolls stands out, thanks to the specific fermentation and baking process. Furthermore, as it is made primarily with basic and natural ingredients, it is a healthy source of carbohydrates that provides energy for daily life.

In the context of Latin American cuisine, the Italian roll is also known as bolillo (in Mexico), público or pan francés (in some Central American countries) and is sometimes simply called Italian bread. However, it is important to distinguish it from the traditional Mexican bolillo, which, although similar, usually has a slightly different texture.

This ingredient is ideal for recipes that require a light and crispy bread, perfect for making bruschettas, accompanying soups, or preparing gourmet sandwiches.

Nutritional Properties

2.7g
fiber
3.2g
fat
120mg
calcium
70mcg
folate
3.6mg
iron
115mg
potassium
2.7g
sugars
266
calories
49g
carbohydrates
0mcg
lycopene
9g
proteins
0mg
vitamin c

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