Fried Mozzarella Bites
These fried mozzarella bites are the ultimate crispy mozzarella appetizer that will impress your guests. This easy mozzarella bites recipe delivers gooey joy with every bite, making them the best fried cheese balls!
Ingredients
- 1 cup neutral oil, for frying
- Two (16-ounce) containers bocconcini
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 egg lightly beaten
- 1 1/2 cups bread crumbs
- Kosher salt
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnishing
- 1 cup marinara sauce, warmed for dipping
Instructions
- Line a large plate with several layers of paper towels. Heat the oil in a small pot over medium heat until it reaches 360°F to 370°F. This high temperature helps form that crispy crust before the cheese melts too much. Keep an eye on the oil's temperature and adjust the heat as needed.
- Drain the bocconcini and pat them dry thoroughly with paper towels. The drier the cheese, the better your coating sticks.
- Set up your dredging station: Place flour in one bowl, the beaten egg in another, and the bread crumbs in a third. Dip each mozzarella ball first in the flour, then the egg, and finally the bread crumbs, ensuring an even coating. Repeat until all the cheese is breaded.
- Working in batches, fry the mozzarella bites in the hot oil. They’ll only take about 1–2 minutes to turn golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and place them on the paper-towel-lined plate. Sprinkle with kosher salt immediately.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately. Don’t forget the warm marinara sauce for dipping—it completes the dish!