Around the World

     Yesterday I mentioned the Italian fried dough delight called Zeppole.  But after some research I learned that the folks from that region of the world also have other names for it as well.  Depending on your cultural background fried dough in Italy is also known as Ciamballe, Crostoli, Cenci, Chiacchiere and of course Cannoli.

     But then again, think about the many different names fried dough has in our country.  Most common is the doughnut or cruller.  But who hasn't enjoyed funnel cake at a country fair, or had hush puppies or fritters  in the South, or taken home elephant ears from a local bakery?



It seems that fried dough is savored around the world in virtually every country and culture.  Here is a partial listing of the many different ways this universal treat is known:

Canada-Beaver Tails

France-Beignets

Croatia-Languisi

Hungary-Langos

Netherlands-Oliebol

West Africa-Akara

Iran-Bamiyeh

Scotland-Bannock

Germany-Krapfen

Pakistan-Bhatoora

Phillipines-Binanjkal

Brazil- Coxinha, Bolinho de chuve

Mexico-Bunuelos, Churro

India-Chaki

Portugal-Fartura

Romania-Gogosi

Icelend-Kleina

Turkey-Lokma

Greece-Loukoumades

Bulgaria-Mekitzi

New Zealand-Paraoa Parai

Albania-Petulla

Peru-Picarones

Australia-Puftaloon

Sweden-Rosette

Norway-Smultring

Serbia-Ustipci