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Jul 30 2026

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Mozzarella Fritta Recipe

Name: Italian Kitchens Mozzarella Fritta Recipe
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 400 g Fior di latte mozzarella; 50 g Parmesan cheese, grated; 1 cup All-purpose flour; 2 units Eggs, beaten; 1 cup Breadcrumbs; 1 tsp Salt; to taste Black pepper; 2 cups Vegetable oil (for frying); 1 cup Mayonnaise; 1 cup Fresh basil leaves, chopped; 2 cloves Garlic, minced; 1 tbs Lemon juice; to taste Salt; to taste Black pepper; 400 g Canned tomatoes, crushed; 2 tbs Olive oil; 1 clove Garlic, minced; 1 medium Onion, finely chopped; to taste Salt; to taste Black pepper; 1 tbs Fresh basil leaves

Inspired by Italian Kitchen

Time1h

Serves4

Mozzarella Fritta is a popular Italian appetizer consisting of breaded and fried mozzarella cheese, typically served with sauces. This version features Fior di latte mozzarella, giving it a fresh and creamy texture complemented by a basil aioli and a savory tomato fondue. Here's how to make it at home.

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Ingredients

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Cheese and Breading

14 1/8 oz (400 g) Fior di latte mozzarella

1 3/4 oz (50 g) Parmesan cheese, grated

1 cup 00 bread flour

2 units Eggs, beaten

1 cup Breadcrumbs

1 tsp Celtic sea salt

to taste black pepper

2 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)

Basil Aioli

1 cup Mayonnaise

1 cup Fresh basil leaves, chopped

2 cloves Garlic, minced

1 tbs ReaLemon lemon juice

to taste Celtic sea salt

to taste black pepper

Tomato Fondue

14 1/8 oz (400 g) Canned tomatoes, crushed

2 tbs olive oil

1 clove Garlic, minced

1 medium Onion, finely chopped

to taste Celtic sea salt

to taste black pepper

1 tbs Fresh basil leaves

Method

Preparation

Prepare the Tomato Fondue

In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until softened. Add crushed tomatoes, salt, pepper, and basil. Simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Make the Basil Aioli

In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, chopped basil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined. Set aside.

Prepare the Mozzarella

Cut the fior di latte mozzarella into 1-inch slices. Set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs in separate bowls. Season flour with salt and pepper.

Frying

Bread the Mozzarella

Dredge each slice of mozzarella in flour, shaking off excess. Dip in beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.

Fry the Mozzarella

In a deep pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Fry the breaded mozzarella slices in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.

Serving

Plate and Serve

Serve the fried mozzarella hot, drizzled with tomato fondue and a side of basil aioli for dipping.