Fried Mozzarella with Anchovies, Capers, and Garlic Sauce Recipe

Name: Fried Mozzarella with Anchovies, Capers, and Garlic Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 8-ounce balls fresh water-packed mozzarella cheese, drained, each cut into four 1/3- to 1/2-inch-thick rounds; All purpose flour; 1 large egg, beaten to blend; 3 cups fresh breadcrumbs made from crustless French bread (about 8 ounces); 2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 1 cup (packed) fresh Italian parsley leaves; 1/2 cup olive oil; 1/3 cup drained capers; 1 2-ounce can anchovy fillets, drained; 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

Servings: persons

2 8-ounce balls fresh water-packed mozzarella cheese, drained, each cut into four 1/3- to 1/2-inch-thick rounds
All purpose flour
1 large egg, beaten to blend
3 cups fresh breadcrumbs made from crustless French bread (about 8 ounces)
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup (packed) fresh Italian parsley leaves
1/2 cup olive oil
1/3 cup drained capers
1 2-ounce can anchovy fillets, drained
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

1
Coat cheese in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs.
2
Place on baking sheet.
3
Cover and refrigerate until cold, at least 2 hours.
4
Meanwhile, melt butter in small skillet over low heat.
5
Add garlic; saute about 3 minutes.
6
Transfer mixture to processor.
7
Add parsley leaves, 1/4 cup oil, capers, anchovies, and lemon juice.
8
Blend until coarse paste forms.
9
Season with salt and pepper.
10
(Cheese and sauce can be prepared 1 day ahead.
11
Cover separately; chill.
12
Rewarm sauce slightly over low heat before serving.)
13
Heat 1/4 cup oil in large skillet over high heat.
14
Working in batches, fry cheese until brown, about 2 minutes per side.
15
Transfer fried cheese to plates.
16
Spoon warm sauce over cheese.

1003

kcal

Calories

Fat

104

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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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: 2 8-ounce balls fresh water-packed mozzarella cheese, drained, each cut into four 1/3- to 1/2-inch-thick rounds, All purpose flour, 1 large egg, beaten to blend, 3 cups fresh breadcrumbs made from crustless French bread (about 8 ounces), and more.

Yes, Fried Mozzarella with Anchovies, Capers, and Garlic 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 with Anchovies, Capers, and Garlic Sauce

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