Best 8 Mozzarella Marinara Recipes

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**Introducing a Culinary Delight: Mozzarella Marinara - A Symphony of Italian Flavors**

Indulge in the delectable symphony of Italian flavors with our carefully curated selection of mozzarella marinara recipes. Experience the harmonious blend of rich, creamy mozzarella cheese, tangy marinara sauce, and aromatic herbs in every bite. From classic and traditional to unique and innovative, our recipes cater to every palate and skill level. Embark on a culinary journey with us as we explore the art of crafting this beloved Italian dish.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

AIR-FRIED MOZZARELLA CHEESE BITES WITH SPICY MARINARA SAUCE



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These mozzarella sticks are coated in Italian-seasoned bread crumbs, cooked until crispy in the air fryer, and served with a zesty marinara dipping sauce.

Provided by Allrecipes

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Cheese

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 egg, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon water
½ cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
¾ cup panko bread crumbs
6 mozzarella cheese sticks, cut in half, crosswise
cooking spray
¾ cup marinara sauce
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper

Steps:

  • Whisk egg and water together in a shallow dish. Stir flour, salt, and Italian seasoning together in another shallow dish. Place bread crumbs in a third shallow dish.
  • Dip cheese sticks into egg mixture, then coat with flour mixture. Dip again into egg mixture, then into bread crumbs until coated. Place on a baking sheet and freeze until firm, about 1 hour.
  • Preheat an air fryer to 360 degrees F (180 degrees C). Lightly coat the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
  • Place frozen cheese bites in a single layer in the air fryer, working in batches if necessary, being careful not to crowd.
  • Cook in the preheated air fryer until golden brown and cheese just begins to melt, 4 to 6 minutes. Repeat with remaining bites.
  • Meanwhile, stir together marinara sauce and crushed red pepper.
  • Serve mozzarella bites with marinara sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.9 calories, Carbohydrate 22.6 g, Cholesterol 46 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 10.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 574 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

FRIED MOZZARELLA CHEESE WITH MARINARA



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Fried mozzarella sticks with marinara, use your imagination when choosing spices. The spices listed here are just a suggestion. Be careful when frying, as some sticks split open when they are done, leaving lots of cheese in your frying oil. You may need more egg or bread crumbs, depending on how many sticks you have and how thick you coat them.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup flour
3 large eggs
1 cup breadcrumbs
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 pinch salt
1 pinch pepper
8 ounces marinara sauce, chilled
vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Cut the mozzarella into sticks a bit more than about 1/4 inch thick and about 1 1/2 inches long.
  • Coat the sticks with flour, shaking off excess.
  • Combine the bread crumbs and seasonings in a flat dish.
  • Beat the eggs and place in a separate bowl.
  • Coat the sticks by dipping them in the egg and then in the bread crumbs.
  • The coating on the first stick should be fairly dry when you finish the last stick.
  • Repeat with another dip in the egg and then in the bread crumbs.
  • Deep-fry the coated sticks in oil for about 3 to 4 minutes until the coating is cooked.
  • Fry in batches, keeping the finished ones warm in the oven.
  • Serve with chilled marinara sauce or salsa.

MINI MOZZARELLA STICKS WITH MARINARA DIPPING SAUCE



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Mozzarella sticks are a must-order whenever I see them on a menu, but the truth is they are really easy to prepare at home, too. All it takes is a few basic ingredients you probably already have on hand and a little patience. Once you try this recipe, I guarantee you're going to want to make it over and over again! I chose to make them mini because I always feel badly double-dipping my mozz sticks in the group marinara, and these mini ones are perfect for just one dunk. Enjoy the mozzarella sticks dunked into marinara sauce or on a salad. They can also be assembled in advance and stored in the freezer, ready to fry anytime you want an appetizer or snack.

Provided by Elena Besser

Categories     side-dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1/2 cups panko
3 large eggs
1 cup all-purpose flour
Kosher salt
1 cup grated Parmesan, plus more for serving
1 teaspoon dried basil (optional)
1 teaspoon dried oregano (optional)
1 teaspoon dried parsley (optional)
One 12-ounce block whole milk mozzarella cheese, cut into twenty-four 2-inch sticks or Twelve 1-ounce mozzarella string cheese sticks, cut into 2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon fennel seeds
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
One 15-ounce can tomato sauce
Neutral oil, such as canola, grapeseed or vegetable
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Make room for the baking sheet in your freezer.
  • Blitz the panko in a food processor until it has the texture of coarse sand. Make a dredging station by preparing 3 large resealable plastic bags. In the first bag, whisk together the eggs with 3 tablespoons water. In the second, combine the flour and 1 tablespoon salt. In the third, combine the panko and Parmesan, as well as the dried basil, dried oregano and/or dried parsley if using.
  • Working in an assembly line, add the mozzarella to the egg mixture, tossing to coat. Allow any excess egg to drip off, then transfer the mozzarella to the flour mixture and shake to coat. Transfer the mozzarella back to the egg mixture, tossing to coat. Transfer the mozzarella to the panko mixture and shake to coat. Transfer the mozzarella back to the egg mixture and then the panko mixture one more time, then place on the parchment-lined baking sheet. Place the baking sheet with the mozzarella sticks in the freezer for 20 to 30 minutes (see Cook's Note).
  • Meanwhile, make the marinara sauce. Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the fennel seeds and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring occasionally, until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, 1 minute more. Stir in the tomato sauce and cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, 10 to 15 minutes. Season with salt to taste and keep warm.
  • When ready to fry the mini mozzarella sticks, add a 1/2 inch of neutral oil to a large skillet or Dutch oven and heat over medium heat until shimmering. Set a wire rack inside a rimmed baking sheet or line with paper towels.
  • Fry the mozzarella sticks in batches until golden, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Transfer to the wire rack and immediately season with salt.
  • Pour the marinara sauce into a ramekin, then place the mozzarella sticks on a serving platter, top with some Parmesan and the chopped parsley and enjoy!

MOZZARELLA MARINARA



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My husband and I enjoy mozzarella marinara at our state fair and though we'd try to make our own version at home. Our recipe calls for convenient egg roll wrappers instead to messy batter. The homemade marinara sauce is fast and flavorful.-Ellen Borst, Genoa City, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 1h

Yield 2 dozen (3 cups sauce).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 small onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1 cup water
2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 bay leaf
24 egg roll wrappers
24 pieces string cheese
Canola oil for deep-fat frying

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onion and garlic in oil. Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, water, sugar, salt and bay leaf. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20-30 minutes or until thickened., Meanwhile, place an egg roll wrapper on a work surface with a point facing you. Place a piece of cheese near the bottom corner. Fold bottom corner of wrapper over cheese; roll up just until cheese is enclosed. Fold sides of wrapper over top. Using a pastry brush, wet the top corner with water. Roll up tightly to seal, forming a tube. Repeat., In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry mozzarella sticks, a few at a time, for 1 minute or until golden brown, turning occasionally. Discard bay leaf from marinara sauce. Serve with the mozzarella sticks.

Nutrition Facts :

MARINARA-MOZZARELLA DIP



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Talk about easy! With three ingredients and two loaves of baguette-style French bread, this marinara mozzarella dip is an easy appetizer that will please your family and guests. For variation, try using goat cheese instead of mozzarella cheese. -Janie Colle, Hutchinson, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 2h40m

Yield 12 servings (3 cups).

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups marinara sauce
1 carton (8 ounces) fresh mozzarella cheese pearls, drained
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
French bread baguette, thinly sliced and toasted
Optional: Crushed red pepper flakes and additional fresh minced basil

Steps:

  • Pour marinara into a 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low about 2 hours, until hot. Stir in mozzarella and basil. Cook until cheese is melted, about 30 minutes longer. If desired, top with crushed red pepper flakes and additional basil. Serve with toasted baguette slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 76 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 219mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

LOW CARB MARINARA + MOZZARELLA MEATLOAF RECIPE - (4.2/5)



Low Carb Marinara + Mozzarella Meatloaf Recipe - (4.2/5) image

Provided by aerin8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds lean ground beef
11 ⁄2 cups marinara sauce, no sugar added
1 ⁄4 cup diced red onion
3 large eggs
1 ⁄2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 ⁄2 teaspoon each of salt and pepper
3 ⁄4 cup mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees and ready a nonstick 9x5 loaf pan for baking. (Or spray a regular loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray.) 2. In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, 1 cup of the marinara sauce, diced red onion, eggs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and salt and pepper. (This is easiest done with your hands.) 3. Evenly fill loaf pan with the meatloaf mixture, patting with your hands to form an even top. Bake uncovered for 45 minutes. 4. Remove loaf from oven; drain any excess fat or liquid, and then top with the remaining 1⁄2 cup of marinara sauce, and all of the mozzarella cheese. Return to oven and bake an additional 30 minutes, or until a meat thermometer registers 165 degrees. Drain fat from pan once more and let rest 10 minutes before cutting into 8 equal slices. George's Tips | When buying marinara sauce, it is very important to read the labels! Look for the sauce that is the lowest in sugar. While tomatoes contain some natural sugars, check the ingredients list for any sugar or corn syrup that may have been added. With so many jars to choose from, there's no need to buy the one with added corn syrup! Variation | If you do not have a loaf pan, simply form a rounded loaf by hand in a large baking dish. Also, you can make an Italian Vegetable Stuffed Meatloaf by adding 1⁄4 cup of diced roasted red peppers and 1⁄2 cup of diced fresh zucchini. calories:425|fat: 28g|protein: 29g |fiber: 1g|net carbs:6.5g See More of my Recipes on Pinterest---> http://www.pinterest.com/thegeorgestella/low-carb/

FRIED MOZZARELLA WEDGES W/ HOMEMADE MARINARA



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These thick mozarella wedges are a lot like what you'll get at a restaurant, and the hearty homemade marinara is the perfect complement.

Provided by JelsMom

Categories     Cheese

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup onion, diced
1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
1 tablespoon sugar (or to taste)
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1 tablespoon parmesan cheese, grated
1 (16 ounce) package mozzarella cheese
1/3 cup egg white, beaten
1/4 cup water
1 1/2 cups Italian breadcrumbs
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon Italian spices
2/3 cup whole wheat flour
1/3 cup cornstarch

Steps:

  • Saute onions in saucepan (do not brown).
  • Add liquid drained from diced tomatoes.
  • Add basil, Italian seasoning, sugar & red pepper. Simmer 30 minutes or until liquid is reduced by half.
  • Remove from heat & set aside.
  • Cut cheese into thick slices & cut diagonally triangles.
  • Beat egg whites with water & set aside.
  • Mix bread crumbs, garlic salt, & Italian seasonings; set aside.
  • Blend flour with corn starch; set aside.
  • Heat oil for deep frying to 360 degrees.
  • Dip cheese in flour, then in egg, then coat with bread crumbs.
  • Place in hot oil & fry a few seconds until golden.
  • Remove from oil and drain.
  • Add all tomatoes to saucepan & cook 1-2 minutes or until heated.
  • Pour marinara into dipping bowl & top with parmesan.

MOZZARELLA AND BASIL WITH MARINARA SAUCE



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Baguette slices are sturdy dippers for an Italian-style appetizer you can make in 15 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 4

8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, cubed
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
2 cups chunky marinara sauce
French baguette slices

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In shallow 2-quart casserole, place cheese cubes. Sprinkle with basil. Spoon marinara sauce around cheese.
  • Bake uncovered 8 to 10 minutes or until cheese is hot and bubbly. Serve with baguette slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Carbohydrate 58 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 930 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1 g

Tips:

  • Use Fresh Ingredients: For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe tomatoes for your marinara sauce. If you can't find fresh tomatoes, you can also use canned tomatoes, but be sure to choose high-quality canned tomatoes that are packed in tomato juice, not water.
  • Season Your Sauce: Don't be afraid to season your marinara sauce to taste. Add salt, pepper, garlic, and oregano, or any other herbs and spices that you like. You can also add a pinch of sugar to balance out the acidity of the tomatoes.
  • Simmer Your Sauce: The longer you simmer your marinara sauce, the better the flavor will be. Simmer your sauce for at least 30 minutes, or up to an hour, to allow the flavors to meld together.
  • Use High-Quality Cheese: When it comes to mozzarella cheese, not all brands are created equal. For the best results, use a high-quality mozzarella cheese that is made from whole milk. You can also use fresh mozzarella cheese, if you can find it.
  • Don't Overcook Your Pasta: Cook your pasta according to the package directions, but be careful not to overcook it. Overcooked pasta will be mushy and won't hold its shape well in the sauce.

Conclusion:

Mozzarella marinara is a classic Italian dish that is easy to make and always a hit. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a delicious mozzarella marinara dish that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed.

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