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Ingredients
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Fried Mozzarella
Tomato Sauce
Method
Fried Mozzarella
- 1
Prepare the mozzarella
Cut the fresh mozzarella cheese into 1-inch cubes. Pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- 2
Set up the breading station
In three separate shallow dishes, place the flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs. Season the flour with salt and black pepper.
- 3
Bread the mozzarella
Dredge each mozzarella cube in flour, shaking off the excess. Then dip it into the beaten eggs, ensuring it is fully coated. Finally, roll it in the breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
- 4
- 5
Fry the mozzarella
Carefully add the breaded mozzarella cubes to the hot oil in batches, avoiding overcrowding. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown, turning occasionally.
- 6
Drain and serve
Remove the fried mozzarella from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve warm with tomato sauce.
Tomato Sauce
- 7
- 8
Sauté garlic
Add minced garlic cloves to the heated oil and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
- 9
Add tomatoes and seasonings
Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Mix well.
- 10
Simmer the sauce
Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Let it cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 11
Finish with basil
Just before serving, stir in the fresh basil leaves and let them wilt in the sauce.
