ItalianCampanian
Mozzarella in Carrozza (The Real One)
by Gambero Rosso · 452K subscribers on YouTube
The classic Neapolitan fried mozzarella sandwich, prepared by Peppe Guida. Bread slices are dipped in egg, filled with fresh mozzarella and anchovies, then fried to golden perfection.
- Difficulty
- easy
Ingredients
9 items- 2 pcsBreadSlices of stale bread (preferably day-old)
- 1 pcsMozzarellaFresh mozzarella, sliced
- 2 pcsEggLarge eggs
- FlourFor dredging
- Extra Virgin Olive OilFor frying and flavoring
- 1 pcsGarlic1 clove
- Chili PepperA pinch (dried chili flakes)
- SaltTo taste
- 2 pcsAnchovies(optional) — Anchovy fillets (optional)
Method
- Heat a little oil in a pan with a clove of garlic and a pinch of chili pepper to infuse the flavor.
- Beat the eggs with a pinch of salt in a bowl.
- Slice the mozzarella into pieces about the size of the bread slices.
- Dip each slice of bread in flour, then in the beaten egg, making sure they are well coated.
- Place a layer of mozzarella between two slices of bread (optionally add halved anchovies in the center). Press firmly to seal.
- Heat a non-stick pan with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Fry the sandwich over medium heat without fully submerging it in oil, turning until golden and crispy on both sides.
- Remove from the pan and pat dry with paper towels. Serve immediately.
Gambero Rosso
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