Description
Mozzarella in Carrozza (Italian Fried Mozzarella Sandwiches) is a classic Italian comfort food featuring a crispy, golden-brown exterior with melted, creamy mozzarella cheese inside. Perfect for any meal or snack, this easy-to-make recipe balances crunch and gooey cheese, delivering authentic Italian flavors with versatile options to customize to your taste or dietary needs.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Fresh Mozzarella (thick, even slices) – about 4 oz (113 g)
- Sliced White Bread (soft, crusts trimmed if desired) – 8 slices
- Eggs – 2 large
- Milk – 1/4 cup (60 ml)
- Flour – for dusting and dredging, about 1/2 cup (60 g)
- Olive Oil or Butter – for frying, about 1/4 cup (60 ml)
- Salt – a pinch, to season egg mixture
- Pepper – a pinch, to season egg mixture
Instructions
- Prepare the Mozzarella and Bread: Slice fresh mozzarella into thick, even pieces. Trim the crusts of the white bread slices if desired for a cleaner presentation. Place the mozzarella slice between two bread slices, pressing gently to form a sandwich.
- Set Up Your Dredging Station: Arrange three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs mixed with milk and a pinch of salt and pepper, and the third with additional flour or breadcrumbs to coat the sandwiches for a crispy crust.
- Coat the Sandwiches: Dust each sandwich thoroughly with flour, then dip completely into the egg and milk mixture. Finally, coat again with flour or breadcrumbs to ensure an even, crunchy exterior once fried.
- Heat the Pan and Fry: Warm olive oil or melted butter in a frying pan over medium heat. Place the sandwiches carefully into the pan and fry for 3-4 minutes on each side, until they turn golden brown and crispy. Maintain medium heat to avoid burning.
- Drain and Serve: Remove the sandwiches from the pan and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve warm to enjoy melty mozzarella encased in crispy bread.
Notes
- Use fresh mozzarella for the best meltiness and creamy texture.
- Don’t overfill sandwiches to prevent cheese leakage during frying.
- Maintain medium oil temperature to achieve a perfect golden crust without burning.
- Press sandwiches gently before dredging to seal in the cheese without squeezing it out.
- Let bread soak briefly in the egg mixture but avoid sogginess.
- Season the egg mixture with salt and pepper for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg