CRISPY FRIED MOZZARELLA
These crispy fried mozzarella balls are the ultimate vegetarian appetizer or snack, served with a side of roasted tomato sauce. A dream come true for cheese lovers, these crunchy, gooey bites are a showstopper that disappear quickly! Enjoy them with a flavorful roasted tomato-basil sauce to balance out the richness of the cheese. Warning: you’ll want to double the recipe because these irresistible treats won’t last long!
INGREDIENTS:
- Whole Mozzarella balls
- Cornflakes
- Flour
- Dried basil
- Dried parsley
- Salt and pepper
- Paprika
- Garlic powder
- Frying oil
- Eggs
HOW TO MAKE FRIED MOZZARELLA
- For the mozzarella, I recommend using bocconcini (baby mozzarella balls) for ease, but low moisture mozzarella sticks work just as well. Pat the cheese dry with paper towels, then freeze for 15 minutes on a plate or chopping board.
- As for breading, keep it simple with flour, egg, and cornflakes. I like to season the breadcrumbs with garlic powder and Italian herbs, but you can use any seasoning you prefer. Double coating the cheese ensures it’s well covered. Begin by coating the mozzarella in flour, then egg, and finally cornflakes.
- When frying, heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Fry the breaded mozzarella until golden brown, ensuring the oil is hot enough to prevent melting. You’ll know it’s ready when the oil bubbles around the mozzarella as it’s lowered in. Enjoy your crispy mozzarella bites!
FREEZING AND MAKING AHEAD
- While freezing isn’t my top choice, you can freeze the breaded, un-fried mozzarella in a single layer until solid, then transfer it to a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Fry from frozen until golden brown and crisp.
- For making ahead, you can bread the mozzarella up to an hour in advance. Keep it on a wire rack in the freezer until ready to fry. This way, you can enjoy freshly fried mozzarella whenever you want with minimal prep time!
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CRISPY FRIED MOZZARELLA
These crispy fried mozzarella balls are the ultimate vegetarian appetizer or snack, served with a side of roasted tomato sauce. A dream come true for cheese lovers, these crunchy, gooey bites are a showstopper that disappear quickly! Enjoy them with a flavorful roasted tomato-basil sauce to balance out the richness of the cheese. Warning: you'll want to double the recipe because these irresistible treats won't last long!
Ingredients
- 4 whole mozzarella balls
- 2 cups crushed cornflakes
- 2 cups flour
- 2 eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Frying oil
Instructions
- Start by cutting the mozzarella balls into thick pieces.
- Crush your cornflakes and season with the herbs and mix.
- Start by dipping the cheese in the flour, then the eggs then the cornflakes mixture,
- Freeze for minimum of 30 minutes.
- Heat the oil in a large pot. Fry in batches until golden brown and crisp.
- Serve with tomato sauce for dipping.