Description
Fried mozzarella sandwiches, a simple Italian appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices Italian bread
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Place mozzarella slices between the bread slices to make four sandwiches. Trim crusts if desired.
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
- In another shallow dish, mix the flour, salt, and pepper.
- Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Dip each sandwich first into the egg mixture, coating both sides completely.
- Next, dredge the sandwich in the flour mixture, pressing lightly so the flour adheres.
- Carefully place the sandwiches in the hot oil. Fry for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Remove the sandwiches with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Cut each sandwich in half diagonally before serving.
Notes
- Use low-moisture mozzarella if you prefer less liquid cheese.
- Serve immediately while hot.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich half
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 550
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 15
- Cholesterol: 80
Keywords: mozzarella in carrozza, fried cheese sandwich, Italian appetizer, street food