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It is a very tasty and crispy dish that you can eat with your hands instead of spoon or fork. It is similar to a dish called Mozzarella in carrozza. The difference is that in Fried Mozzarella dish, only mozzarella is fried that is coated with breadcrumbs and eggs. While the Mozzarella in carrozza dish also uses bread in which mozzarella cheese is wrapped.
In this dish, Mozzarella is coated with eggs and breadcrumbs then deep fried in oil until they become crispy. The outer layer becomes very crispy and delicious while inside the mozzarella gets warm and gooey, which makes it more addictive.
CONTENT OF RECIPE
| Ingredients / Ingredienti | 8 Bite Size of Fresh Mozzarella Cheese 2 Eggs Breadcrumbs Flour Salt to Taste Oil for Frying |
| Cooking Time / Tempo di cottura | 2-3 Minutes (Until Golden Brown) |
| Cooking Temperature / Temperatura di cottura | 350°F ~ 176°C |
| Utensils / Utensili | Towel Pan Serving Plate |
| Cooking Method / Metodo di cottura | Stove |
METHOD
Step 1: Dry up the mozzarella by using a towel. There should be no liquid or moisture. Step 2: Dip and roll it in flour until fully coated. Step 3: Beat the eggs and roll flour coated mozzarella in it. Step 4: Similarly, now coat it with breadcrumbs. Step 5: Repeat the process from rolling in eggs then again coat it with breadcrumbs. Step 6: Take a pan with oil, heat it. Step 7: Now fry this coated mozzarella cheese in hot oil. Step 8: Fry it until golden brown. Step 9: It is ready now. Serve it and enjoy.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How is Italian mozzarella made?
To make Italian mozzarella, there is a method known as acid curdling. In this method, we use vinegar or lemon juice and heat it up until proteins coagulate and become stretchy.
What is fried mozzarella made of?
In this dish, Mozzarella is coated with flour, eggs and breadcrumbs then deep fried in oil until they become crispy. The outer layer becomes very crispy and delicious.
Do they fry mozzarella in Italy?
Fried mozzarella is a famous street food. People used to serve it hot (freshly fried). In restaurants, it is popular to serve as an appetizer.
How long does it take to freeze mozzarella before frying?
Mozzarella coated with all ingredients like egg, flour and breadcrumb should be frozen for about 6 to 24 hours before frying.
What kind of milk is used for mozzarella cheese?
Mozzarella cheese is commonly made by using cow’s milk. Goat or Buffalo’s milk is also an alternative source of cheese.
