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Fried Mozzarella Balls

Course Appetizer
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Servings 2
Author Vincenzo's Plate

Equipment

  • Pan for frying
  • knife
  • fork
  • Medium size mixing bowl

Ingredients

  • Medium sized mozzarella balls also known as bocconcini
  • 2 eggs
  • Bowl of fresh breadcrumbs packet bought are also fine but fresh is always more delicious!
  • Bowl of plain flour
  • Table salt
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  • Crack 2 eggs in your mixing bowl, add a pinch of salt and beat together using a fork.
  • Drop one of the small balls of mozzarella into the bowl of flour and roll it around coating it well.
  • Dip the ball into the egg mix (covering it well) and then drop it into the bowl with the breadcrumbs, rolling it around so that the crumbs stick to it.
  • Dip it into the egg mix one more time and coat it with breadcrumbs again.
  • Pour vegetable oil in a small deep pot or pan and put it on the stove at a medium-high heat.
  • Drop each ball of cheese into the oil and let it fry for a minute or until it becomes golden brown in colour.

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