Mozzarella in Carrozza Sauteed Breaded Mozzarella
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with Mozzarella in Carrozza, a classic Italian recipe for sauteed breaded mozzarella sandwiches. Featuring creamy mozzarella cheese encased in soft white bread, this dish is elevated with a crisp, golden breadcrumb coating achieved through a three-step breading process. Lightly fried in olive oil until perfectly crispy, these sandwiches offer a delightful contrast between gooey, melted cheese and a crunchy exterior. Simple yet satisfying, this traditional Italian treat is perfect as an appetizer, snack, or light meal. Serve these molten cheese delights fresh from the pan and enjoy a timeless crowd-pleaser that’s quick and easy to prepare in under 30 minutes. Perfect for lovers of fried cheese, “Mozzarella in Carrozza” is a must-try comfort food experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Mozzarella cheese
- 8 slices White sandwich bread
- 3 large Eggs
- 100 grams All-purpose flour
- 150 grams Breadcrumbs
- 60 milliliters Milk
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 120 milliliters Olive oil
Instructions
Cut the mozzarella cheese into slices about 0.5 cm thick, ensuring they fit comfortably between the slices of bread.
Take the slices of white sandwich bread and trim off the crusts. Lay out 4 slices flat on a clean surface, and place the mozzarella slices evenly on top, leaving a small margin at the edges.
Place the remaining 4 slices of bread on top to create sandwiches. Press the edges down gently to seal, or use your fingers to pinch them together slightly.
In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper until fully combined.
Spread the flour out on a flat plate and the breadcrumbs on another separate plate.
Carefully dip each sandwich into the flour, coating both sides lightly. Shake off any excess flour.
Dip the floured sandwich into the egg mixture, ensuring all sides are fully coated, then transfer it to the breadcrumbs and press down to coat evenly. Repeat with each sandwich.
Heat olive oil in a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat until hot but not smoking.
Gently place the breaded sandwiches in the hot oil, cooking 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Once cooked, transfer the sandwiches to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Cut the sandwiches diagonally for a classic presentation and serve immediately while the mozzarella is still hot and gooey.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3607 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 197.2 g | 253% | |
| Saturated Fat | 55.7 g | 278% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 726 mg | 242% | |
| Sodium | 7960 mg | 346% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 330.1 g | 120% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.4 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.0 g | ||
| Protein | 128.0 g | 256% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.8 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 2229 mg | 171% | |
| Iron | 23.7 mg | 132% | |
| Potassium | 956 mg | 20% | |
*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.
