Fried Mozzarella Balls with Marinara Cream Sauce Recipe

Name: Fried Mozzarella Balls with Marinara Cream Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (8-ounce) container mini mozzarella cheese balls (bocconcini); 1 cup all-purpose flour; 2 eggs, beaten; 2 cups panko (Japanese breadcrumbs); 1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley; 1 tablespoon lemon zest; Pinch of red pepper flakes; Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper; 1 cup red sauce; 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream; Pinch of red pepper flakes

Servings: persons

1 (8-ounce) container mini mozzarella cheese balls (bocconcini)
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs, beaten
2 cups panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon lemon zest
Pinch of red pepper flakes
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 cup red sauce
2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
Pinch of red pepper flakes

1
For the mozzarella balls: Preheat a deep fryer to 375 degrees F.
2
Drain the mozzarella and pat dry.
3
Add the flour to a casserole dish, the beaten eggs to a second, and whisk together the panko, parsley, lemon zest, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper in the third casserole dish.
4
Dredge the mozzarella through the flour, then the egg, and finally the breadcrumbs.
5
Place in the freezer for 10 minutes then fry in batches in the hot oil until golden and crispy, about 1 minute per batch.
6
Drain on paper towel-lined sheet trays.
7
Season with salt.
8
Serve with the marinara cream sauce.
9
For the sauce: Mix the red sauce, heavy cream and red pepper flakes together in a small bowl and microwave until warm, about 2 minutes.
10
Use for dipping.

457

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (8-ounce) container mini mozzarella cheese balls (bocconcini), 1 cup all-purpose flour, 2 eggs, beaten, 2 cups panko (Japanese breadcrumbs), and more.

Yes, Fried Mozzarella Balls with Marinara Cream Sauce falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Fried Mozzarella Balls with Marinara Cream Sauce

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