Indulge in a culinary symphony of flavors with our deep-fried mozzarella ball salad, a delightful appetizer or main course that tantalizes the taste buds. Crispy golden-brown mozzarella balls, expertly coated in a delicate breadcrumb crust, create a textural contrast that pairs perfectly with a medley of fresh greens, juicy tomatoes, and a zesty lemon vinaigrette.
Accompanying this delectable salad are three additional recipes that elevate your dining experience. Discover the secrets behind our homemade Caesar dressing, a classic condiment that adds a creamy, tangy touch to any salad. Learn the art of crafting a refreshing lemon vinaigrette, a versatile dressing that brightens up simple salads and grilled dishes alike. And for those who crave a touch of spice, our spicy ranch dressing recipe packs a flavorful punch that will leave your taste buds tingling with delight.
FRIED MOZZARELLA
No guest will be able to resist this bite-size ball of gooey goodness.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Yield Makes 40
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 250 degrees. Place flour in a bowl. In another bowl, beat eggs. In a third bowl, combine panko with thyme. Season each with salt and pepper. Working with 2 bocconcini at a time, dredge in flour, shaking off excess, coat in egg, and roll in breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
- In a small saucepan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high until pinch of breadcrumbs sizzles and floats to the top when added. Fry bocconcini, 4 at a time, until golden brown, turning occasionally, 2 minutes per batch. With a slotted spoon, transfer balls to paper towels to drain and season with salt. Keep warm in oven and repeat with remaining bocconcini. Serve with tomato sauce for dipping.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 117 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 11 g
FRIED MOZZARELLA BALLS WITH MARINARA CREAM SAUCE
Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 30m
Yield 2 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- For the mozzarella balls: Preheat a deep fryer to 375 degrees F.
- Drain the mozzarella and pat dry.
- 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.
- Dredge the mozzarella through the flour, then the egg, and finally the breadcrumbs. Place in the freezer for 10 minutes then fry in batches in the hot oil until golden and crispy, about 1 minute per batch. Drain on paper towel-lined sheet trays. Season with salt. Serve with the marinara cream sauce.
- 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. Use for dipping. Yield: 1 cup.
FRIED MOZZARELLA BALLS
Provided by Lillian Chou
Categories Appetizer Super Bowl Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy Oscars New Year's Eve Mozzarella Family Reunion Shower Deep-Fry Candy Thermometer Gourmet Sugar Conscious Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher Small Plates
Yield Makes about 3 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat about 11/2 inches oil to 360°F in a 3 1/2-to 4-quart heavy saucepan.
- Meanwhile, double-coat bocconcini by dipping in eggs, then in bread crumbs, and repeating. Transfer to a sheet of wax paper.
- Working in batches of 10, lower balls into oil with a slotted spoon and fry, turning occasionally, until golden brown, about 30 seconds per batch. Transfer to paper towels to drain and season with salt. (Return oil to 360°F between batches.)
DEEP FRIED MOZZARELLA BALL SALAD
Fresh mozzarella balls with an herb seasoned coating, fried and served on salad greens with a tangy vinaigrette.
Provided by mailbelle
Categories Cheese
Time 2h30m
Yield 2-3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Beat egg in a small bowl.
- Pour breadcrumbs in another bowl, mix in dried herbs, and place bowl beside beaten egg.
- Drain and pat mozzarella balls dry with paper towel.
- Dip mozzarella balls first into the egg, then in the breadcrumbs until coated.
- Once mozzarella balls are coated, cover, and chill for at least two hours (or overnight).
- Pour 1 cup olive oil in a saucepan. Put on medium heat.
- Slowly drop mozzarella balls into the heated oil a few at a time.
- Once mozzarella balls brown (about 2 minutes), carefully remove them from oil with a slotted spoon, and place on paper towels.
- In another bowl whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil with Balsamic Vinegar. Add sugar and ground pepper.
- Drizzle salad with vinaigrette. Serve with chopped tomatoes and deep-fried Mozzarella balls on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1590.9, Fat 145.8, SaturatedFat 29.3, Cholesterol 172.1, Sodium 962.6, Carbohydrate 44.2, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 6.6, Protein 29.6
DEEP FRIED MOZZARELLA CHEESE STICKS
I have been playing around with this recipe since I was a teen. I love to make these for friends and they say they are better than the restaurant version. Stacey
Provided by Stacey Sweet
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 40m
Yield 4-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Mix together the eggs and water, set aside.
- combine the Italian bread crumbs, garlic powder, dried oregano and dried parsley.
- salt and pepper to taste.
- in a separate container, mix flour and cornstarch.
- cut mozzarella cheese into any desired shape, rectangle strips are traditional.
- One at a time, dip mozarella slices into the egg mixture, then the breadcrumbs, then the flour.
- fry sticks at 375 F until golden brown and serve with desired dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 686, Fat 31.8, SaturatedFat 16.7, Cholesterol 248.7, Sodium 1630, Carbohydrate 59.6, Fiber 3, Sugar 4.2, Protein 38.5
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your salad.
- Make sure the mozzarella balls are well-coated in flour, egg, and breadcrumbs before frying. This will help them to brown evenly and prevent them from sticking together.
- Fry the mozzarella balls in hot oil until they are golden brown and crispy. Don't overcrowd the pan, or the oil temperature will drop and the mozzarella balls will not cook evenly.
- Drain the mozzarella balls on paper towels before serving. This will help to remove excess oil.
- Serve the mozzarella balls immediately, while they are still hot and crispy. You can pair them with your favorite salad dressing or dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Deep-fried mozzarella ball salad is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. It's perfect for parties or potlucks, and it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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