Fried Mozzarella Balls
Crispy, golden-brown mozzarella balls coated in seasoned breadcrumbs and deep-fried to perfection. These bite-sized appetizers feature marinated bocconcini with a crunchy exterior and gooey, melted center, served with spicy tomato sauce.
6 servings
45 min
Ingredients
- •5 cups vegetable oil
- •1 pound drained marinated bocconcini
- •3 large eggs
- •1 cup plain fine dry bread crumbs
- •1 piece deep-fat thermometer
- •1 serving spicy tomato sauce
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
Heat about 11/2 inches oil to 360°F in a 3 1/2-to 4-quart heavy saucepan.
10 min
- 2.
Meanwhile, double-coat bocconcini by dipping in eggs, then in bread crumbs, and repeating. Transfer to a sheet of wax paper.
15 min
- 3.
Working in batches of 10, lower balls into oil with a slotted spoon and fry, turning occasionally, until golden brown, about 30 seconds per batch. Transfer to paper towels to drain and season with salt. (Return oil to 360°F between batches.)
20 min
