Formaggio Fritto Recipe
Crispy hand-breaded provolone cheese over house marinara
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Marinara Sauce
Method
Preparation of Marinara Sauce
- 1
- 2
Add Tomatoes
Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, oregano, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- 3
Simmer
Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened. Remove from heat and set aside.
Preparation of Formaggio Fritto
- 4
Prepare Provolone
Cut the provolone cheese into thick slices, about 1/2 inch each.
- 5
Set Up Breading Station
Set up three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with salt and black pepper.
- 6
Bread the Cheese
Coat each slice of provolone cheese first in flour, shaking off excess, then dip in beaten eggs, and finally press into breadcrumbs until fully coated.
- 7
Heat Oil
In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot, about 350°F (175°C).
- 8
Fry Cheese
Carefully add the breaded provolone slices to the hot oil, frying in batches if necessary. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- 9
Drain
Remove the fried cheese from the oil and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Serving
- 10
Plate the Dish
To serve, spoon the marinara sauce onto a plate and place the crispy provolone cheese on top. Garnish with fresh basil leaves.
