5 from 27 votes
Mozzarella In Carrozza (Fried Mozzarella Sandwich)
Mozzarella In Carrozza is a fried mozzarella sandwich where thick slices of mozzarella are sandwiched between crustless white bread, then coated with flour, egg wash, and panko breadcrumbs before being deep-fried to a golden crisp. Optional fillings like béchamel sauce or ham add extra richness and flavor variations. The result is a crunchy exterior encasing melted, gooey mozzarella, ideal as a snack or appetizer.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings:
2
Calories:
1065 kcal
Course:
Appetizer
Cuisine:
Italian
Ingredients
- 4 white sandwich bread sliced
- 120 g mozzarella cheese sliced, fresh; or buffalo mozzarella
- 2 egg
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 80 g flour
- 80 g panko breadcrumbs
- 250 ml vegetable oil for frying
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Fillings (optional):
- 2 tablespoon béchamel sauce
- 2 ham sliced
Instructions
- Cut the crust off from the white sandwich bread slices.
- Brush the bread with béchamel sauce for the Sicilian version, add a slice of ham for the roman way or leave it plain for the Neapolitan. Add 2 thick mozzarella slices (about 1-inch wide) and close the sandwich.
- Arrange the flour in a bowl or plate, and dredge the mozzarella sandwich in until fully coated.
- Beat the eggs and milk in another bowl, season to taste with salt and pepper. Coat the sandwich on all sides with the egg-wash until fully covered.
- Arrange the breadcrumbs on a plate and coat the sandwich to fully seal the mozzarella inside and avoid leaks during frying process. Repeat the breading process if necessary.
- Heat the oil a in a deep heavy sauce-pan. Add more oil if needed until is enough to deep-fry the sandwich.
- Heat over medium-high heat until a deep-fry thermometer reads 350°F/ 170°C.
- Gently fold the sandwich in and deep-fry 2 mins on each side, or until crispy and golden on both sides.
- Transfer the sandwich on a plate covered with kitchen paper, allow to cool slightly and serve.
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Nutrition Information
Calories
1065kcal
(53%)
Carbohydrates
116g
(39%)
Protein
47g
(94%)
Fat
45g
(69%)
Saturated Fat
25g
(125%)
Cholesterol
241mg
(80%)
Sodium
1554mg
(65%)
Potassium
437mg
(9%)
Fiber
6g
(24%)
Sugar
8g
(16%)
Vitamin A
745IU
(15%)
Calcium
661mg
(66%)
Iron
9mg
(50%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1065
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 1065kcal | 53% |
| Carbohydrates | 116g | 39% |
| Protein | 47g | 94% |
| Fat | 45g | 69% |
| Saturated Fat | 25g | 125% |
| Cholesterol | 241mg | 80% |
| Sodium | 1554mg | 65% |
| Potassium | 437mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 745IU | 15% |
| Calcium | 661mg | 66% |
| Iron | 9mg | 50% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.