Definition: The word 'biatta', also called biattica, is a type of Italian dish that consists of meatballs in a breaded and fried dough ball (biscotto) with various toppings such as ricotta, cheese, tomatoes, onions, etc. The dish is often served as a side dish or snack for lunch. Biattici typically come in several shapes: square, circular, oval or rectangular. They are usually made by first frying the meatballs and then shaping them into the desired shape using either a panini press or a dough cutter. In Italian cuisine, 'biattica' is often associated with the Italian regional style of cooking known as Biatticismo. The dish has become a staple in many Italian restaurants, especially those located in areas where fresh ingredients are abundant and time and space are at a premium. The most famous dish of Biatta is the "Pasta alla Biattica", which typically consists of saucissoned beef balls (biattiche), ricotta cheese (biatticca), red wine (biatticchio) and garlic (biattica). The dish can also include other ingredients such as onions, mushrooms, and olives. It is traditionally served as a side or snack for lunch. The term 'Biattica' was introduced to English in the 19th century and has since become a popular word in Italian cuisine.

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