Mozzarella in Carrozza

Crispy fried bread sandwiches filled with fresh mozzarella, basil, and spring onions, served with a tangy tomato chutney.

Vegetarian Italian Appetiser Cheese Fried

Estimated Nutrition

Calories

410.1

kcal / serving

1640.4 kcal total

Carbs

35.7g

per serving

142.8 g total

Fat

22.1g

per serving

88.5 g total

Protein

17.1g

per serving

68.2 g total

Cook Time

minutes

Serves

people

Dietary

Vegetarian Vegan Dairy Free Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients

Flour

Seasoned with salt and black pepper

CondimentsSauces

tbsp

Tomato Chutney

For serving

Dairy

150

Mozzarella

Cut into four thick round slices

piece

Egg

Free-range, beaten

Milk

A splash mixed with eggs

GrainsCereals

slice

White Bread

NutsSeeds

piece

Basil

Fresh leaves

pinch

Sea Salt Flakes

For serving

OilsFats

Olive Oil

For frying

Vegetables

piece

Spring Onion

Finely sliced

Method

Cut circles from the bread slices using a 10cm pastry cutter.

Place a basil leaf on four of the bread circles.

Layer a slice of mozzarella and another basil leaf on top.

Add sliced spring onions and season with salt and pepper.

Top with remaining bread circles and press edges firmly to seal.

Dredge sandwiches in seasoned flour then dip into the beaten egg mixture.

Heat olive oil in a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat.

Fry sandwiches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden-brown.

Serve two sandwiches per person with sea salt and tomato chutney.