Jul 14 2026
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Mozzarella Fritta Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Golden fried, served with marinara sauce.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparing the Marinara Sauce

  1. 1

    Make the Marinara Sauce

    In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.

  2. 2

    Add Tomatoes and Seasonings

    Stir in the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Let simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  3. 3

    Finish the Sauce

    Remove from heat and stir in the fresh basil. Set aside to keep warm.

Frying the Mozzarella

  1. 4

    Prepare the Mozzarella

    Cut the fresh mozzarella into 1-inch cubes.

  2. 5

    Set Up Breading Station

    In three separate bowls, place flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs. Season the flour and breadcrumbs with salt and black pepper.

  3. 6

    Bread the Mozzarella

    Coat each mozzarella cube in flour, dip in the egg, and then coat with breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.

  4. 7

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.

  5. 8

    Fry the Mozzarella

    Carefully place the breaded mozzarella cubes in the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.

  6. 9

    Drain and Serve

    Remove the fried mozzarella from the skillet and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with the marinara sauce.

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