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Fried Housemade Mozzarella Recipe

Inspired by Mama Mia Trattoria
Time30m
Serves4

Make Fried Housemade Mozzarella Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Fried Housemade Mozzarella

Method

Fried Housemade Mozzarella

1

Prepare the Cheese

Cut the fresh mozzarella cheese into bite-sized cubes, approximately 1 inch in size.

2

Set Up the Breading Station

In three separate shallow bowls, place the all-purpose flour in the first bowl, beaten eggs in the second bowl, and breadcrumbs mixed with salt and black pepper in the third bowl.

3

Bread the Mozzarella

Take a piece of mozzarella, coat it in flour, then dip it in the beaten eggs, and finally coat it with the breadcrumb mixture until fully covered. Repeat for all cheese cubes.

4

Heat the Oil

In a deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can use a thermometer to check the temperature.

5

Fry the Mozzarella

Carefully add the breaded mozzarella pieces to the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown, turning occasionally for even cooking.

6

Drain the Mozzarella

Once fried, use a slotted spoon to remove the mozzarella from the oil and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.

7

Serve

Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve hot with marinara sauce for dipping.

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