Fried Cheese
NeedTaste |I first tried fried cheese at a restaurant. It was good, but I thought I could make it better. This has been a hit every time I make it . This fried cheese is such a treat. There's a delicious mixture of cheeses that give these little cheese bites great flavor and a gooey texture. Dipped in marinara they make a great party appetizer or treat for game day.
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INGREDIENTS :
1/2 cup(s) part-skim ricotta cheese3-4 ounce(s) shredded mozzarella cheese
1 ounce(s) Asiago cheese
freshly grated
3 tablespoon(s) Parmesan cheese
freshly grated
1 large egg
lightly beaten
1/2 cup(s) Italian bread crumbs
1/2 cup(s) Panko bread crumbs
1 teaspoon(s) Italian seasoning
- oil
for frying
- warm marinara sauce
optional
INSTRUCTIONS :
In a large mixing bowl combine ricotta mozzarella Asiago and Parmesan cheeses. dd the egg and Italian seasoning. Mix well with clean hands. n a medium-sized skillet heat oil over medium-high heat. hile the oil is heating take tablespoonfuls of the ricotta mixture and form into a 1 to 2-inch balls. ightly roll the cheese balls into the Italian bread crumbs and then lightly into the Panko bread crumbs. arefully place the cheese balls into the oil in small batches. Do not overcrowd the skillet. et cook for about 1 to 2 minutes then carefully flip the cheese balls over with a slotted metal spoon. nce the cheese balls have a golden brown color remove them using the slotted spoon. lace on a paper-towel-lined plate to drain excess grease. Serve warm with warm marinara sauce.