Instructions: These three recipes come from the ((Classic Cuisine of the Italian Jews) by

Pollo fritto is a classic dish in Jewish Italy

Sprinkle pieces evenly with salt, pepper, nutmeg & garlic salt. Place in a bowl with lemon juice & 2 tbsp olive oil - set aside in refrigerator to marinate for several hours or overnight. Toss once in a while to ensure evenness of seasonings.

Heat 1 cup of oil in a large skillet. Roll the chicken pieces in flour, dip in egg, & fry in hot oil over high heat for 1 to 2 minutes. Lower heat & fry for 15 minutes longer or until pieces are golden, but not brown, on all sides. Serve with lemon wedges & riso colluvetta (rice & raisins).

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