Description
Mozzarella en Carrozza is a classic Italian appetizer featuring slices of mozzarella cheese sandwiched between soft white bread, then dipped in a savory egg mixture and fried until golden and crispy. This dish offers a perfect balance of crunchy exterior and gooey, melted cheese center, ideal as a delightful starter or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread and Cheese
- 8 slices white bread (crust removed)
- 1 pound block mozzarella (sliced 1/4″ thick)
Egg Mixture
- 5 large eggs (beaten)
- 2 tablespoons whole milk
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 cup parsley (minced)
- 1/4 cup Pecorino Romano cheese
Coating and Frying
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1/4 cup olive oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare Egg Mixture: In a bowl, beat together the eggs, whole milk, kosher salt, black pepper, Pecorino Romano cheese, and minced parsley until fully combined. Set aside.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Lay two slices of bread on your workspace. Place sliced mozzarella to cover one slice, then top with the second slice of bread. Cut each sandwich diagonally into two triangles. Repeat to make a total of eight triangles.
- Heat Oil: Warm a large nonstick pan over medium to medium-low heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to coat the bottom.
- Coat in Flour: Dredge each sandwich triangle in flour, ensuring all sides are coated, then shake off any excess flour.
- Dip in Egg Mixture: Rebeat the egg mixture before soaking each floured triangle. Submerge each side for 20 seconds to allow good absorption.
- Fry Sandwiches: Fry the egg-battered triangles in the hot olive oil until golden brown on each side, approximately 2 minutes per side. Work in batches to avoid overcrowding and add remaining olive oil as needed.
- Drain and Keep Warm: Transfer the fried sandwiches onto a wire rack or paper towel-lined baking sheet to drain excess oil. Keep them warm in a 170°F oven if preparing multiple batches.
- Serve: Serve immediately with lemon wedges, anchovy sauce, or marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Mozzarella en Carrozza is a beloved Italian treat that combines crispy fried bread with warm, melty mozzarella inside.
- Removing the crust from the bread ensures even frying and a consistent texture.
- The egg mixture enhanced with Pecorino Romano and parsley gives a flavorful, savory coating.
- Use a nonstick pan to prevent sticking and achieve a golden crust with less oil.
- Keep cooked sandwiches warm in a low oven if making in large batches to serve all hot and fresh.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 611 kcal
- Sugar: 2.7 g
- Sodium: 1298 mg
- Fat: 46.3 g
- Saturated Fat: 20.1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24.2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12.8 g
- Fiber: 0.4 g
- Protein: 36.9 g
- Cholesterol: 302 mg
