Mozzarella En Carozza
Mozzarella En Carozza is a golden, crispy Italian classic that transforms simple ingredients into a decadent treat bursting with gooey indulgence. This recipe couples thick slices of melty mozzarella cheese with soft white bread, coated in a light egg and flour batter before being fried to perfection for a crisp exterior and molten center. Perfectly seasoned with a touch of salt and pepper, these cheesy sandwiches are lightly crusted for irresistible texture. Serve them piping hot with marinara sauce for dipping, and enjoy a bite of Italian comfort food that’s perfect as an appetizer, snack, or even a casual meal. Whip up this crowd-pleasing dish in just 25 minutes and let its timeless flavors delight your taste buds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 g Mozzarella cheese
- 8 slices White sandwich bread
- 3 large Eggs
- 60 ml Milk
- 60 g All-purpose flour
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 500 ml Vegetable oil
- Optional marinara sauce (for serving)
Instructions
Slice the mozzarella cheese into 4 evenly sized pieces, roughly 1/2 inch thick.
Take the slices of sandwich bread and lay them flat on a cutting board. Place a piece of mozzarella onto 4 of the bread slices, leaving a small border around the edges.
Top each mozzarella-covered slice with a second piece of bread, pressing gently to form a sandwich.
Trim the crusts off the sandwiches with a sharp knife to create clean edges and prevent leakage during cooking.
Prepare three separate bowls: one with all-purpose flour, one with whisked eggs and milk (lightly seasoned with salt and pepper), and one empty for staging.
Dip each sandwich first into the flour, making sure to coat all sides evenly. Then dip them into the egg mixture, letting any excess drip off.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or frying pan over medium heat until it reaches 175°C (350°F). If you don't have a thermometer, test the oil with a small piece of bread; it should sizzle and turn golden in about 30 seconds.
Carefully place each coated sandwich into the hot oil. Fry in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown and crispy, and the mozzarella inside is melty and gooey. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve immediately, optionally with warm marinara sauce for dipping. Enjoy your crispy and cheesy Mozzarella En Carrozza!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1477 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 128.9 g | 165% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.9 g | 124% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 71.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 180 mg | 60% | |
| Sodium | 1438 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.8 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.9 g | ||
| Protein | 25.9 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 467 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 326 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
