FRIED MANICOTTI DIPPERS
At first glance, you might think these are just giant mozzarella sticks. But a bite reveals that they are so much more--a pasta hors d'oeuvre with a crunch on the outside and the soul of a mozzarella stick within.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories appetizer
Time 1h
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook the manicotti shells according to the package directions for al dente. Strain and place on a baking sheet to let the noodles cool to room temperature, about 15 minutes. Meanwhile, mix the ricotta, Parmesan, garlic, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, 1 egg, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a medium bowl until smooth. Spoon into a large resealable plastic bag and snip 1/2 inch off of one of the corners.
- Push 1 mozzarella stick into the center of each noodle. Pipe the ricotta mixture into the center of each noodle (you may have to pipe into both ends to fill the whole noodle). Place back on the baking sheet.
- Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes: Stir together the flour, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in the first dish. Beat the remaining 4 eggs in the second dish and add the breadcrumbs to the third dish. Coat a noodle in the flour, then dip into the egg, letting any excess drip off. Finally, press into the breadcrumbs. Transfer to the baking sheet and repeat with the remaining noodles.
- Heat 1/2-inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and line a plate with a paper towel. Drop a few breadcrumbs into the oil; if they sizzle, the oil is hot enough. Working in batches, fry the noodles, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and the cheese is melted and starting to ooze through the sides, about 4 minutes total. Transfer to the lined plate and repeat with the remaining noodles, making sure to heat the oil back up between each batch. Serve with marinara sauce on the side for dipping.
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Anu Manandhar
[email protected]These are the perfect appetizer for any party or gathering. They're easy to make, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser.
phumlani dlamini
[email protected]I made these last night and they were a huge hit! My husband and kids loved them. They're so easy to make and they're so delicious.
Gaming Jihad
[email protected]These are so delicious and easy to make. I've made them several times now and they're always a hit with my family and friends.
Alaa Salah
[email protected]I've made these several times now and they are always a hit. They're so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.
Amin King
[email protected]These are the perfect appetizer for any party or gathering. They're easy to make, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser.
Agnes A Massaquoi
[email protected]I made these last night and they were a huge hit! My husband and kids loved them. They're so easy to make and they're so delicious.
Nomi Rajpoot
[email protected]These are so delicious and easy to make. I've made them several times now and they're always a hit with my family and friends.
Nasir Bangash
[email protected]I've made these several times now and they are always a hit. They're so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.
Jesse Alvarez
[email protected]These are the perfect appetizer for any party or gathering. They're easy to make, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser.
Sheila Stephens
[email protected]I made these last night and they were a huge hit! My husband and kids loved them. They're so easy to make and they're so delicious.
Fhhdhk Jn
[email protected]These are so delicious and easy to make. I've made them several times now and they're always a hit with my family and friends.
emmanuel obinma
[email protected]I've made these several times now and they are always a hit. They're so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.
Lorna Smellie
[email protected]These are the perfect appetizer for any party or gathering. They're easy to make, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser.
Zanjbeel Manshoor
[email protected]I made these for a party last weekend and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them and asked for the recipe.
Tina Blessings
[email protected]These are so easy to make and so delicious. I love that they can be made ahead of time and reheated when you're ready to serve.
Elsie Mate
[email protected]I've made these several times and they are always a crowd-pleaser! Everyone raves about them, even people who don't usually like manicotti.
Princess Lydia Mahu
[email protected]I made these last night and they were a huge hit with my family!
Bibechan Adhikari
[email protected]These were FANTASTIC!!!!!