Throw the Superbowl bash of your life with these Smokin' Mozzarella Balls! Gooey mozzarella cheese is fried in a crispy crust and served with marinara sauce for dipping.
8ozfresh mozzarella “Ciliegine”cherry tomato size, one container
1/2cupflour
1tspsalt
1/2tsppepper
1egg
2tspadobo saucefrom can of chipotle peppers (add more if you like it spicy)
1/2cupItalian bread crumbs
1/4cuppanko bread crumbs
1/4cupfresh grated parmesan cheese
1cupmarinaraor other pasta sauce, warmed
Instructions
Pour a couple inches of oil into a medium saucepan over medium heat. Bring to 350°F with an appropriate thermometer.
Drain liquid from mozzarella balls and pat dry with paper towels. Place flour, salt and pepper into medium size bowl. Place egg and adobo sauce into a second bowl; whisk to combine. Place bread crumbs and parmesan cheese into a 3rd bowl; mix to combine. Roll mozzarella into flour, then into eggs, then press into bread crumb mixture.
Carefully place 4-5 coated balls at a time into hot oil. Use a “spider” to constantly move them around in oil. Cook for 30-60 seconds or until golden. Transfer to a paper towel lined plate. Continue until all have been fried.
Place all balls onto a serving plate along with a bowl of marinara sauce. Serve warm.