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Crispy Deep-Fried Lasagna Bites

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These crispy deep-fried lasagna bites feature a warm, gooey cheese center with a crunchy breadcrumb coating, making them a perfect snack or appetizer that’s quick and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces lasagna noodles, cooked, drained, and cooled
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese (whole milk preferred)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (part-skim preferred)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 beaten egg (for filling)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (for filling)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning (for filling)
  • Salt and pepper to taste (for filling)
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for dusting)
  • 2 eggs, beaten with 1 tablespoon water (for coating)
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian-seasoned, panko preferred)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (for breadcrumb mix)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning (for breadcrumb mix)
  • Salt and pepper to taste (for breadcrumb mix)
  • Vegetable oil (for deep frying, such as canola or peanut oil)
  • Marinara sauce (about 15 grams per bite, for filling and serving)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add lasagna noodles and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water. Lay noodles flat on a baking sheet to cool.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, 1 beaten egg, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
  3. Cut each lasagna noodle into roughly 2-inch squares. Place a teaspoon of marinara sauce on one square, then a tablespoon of the cheese mixture on top. Cover with another lasagna square and press edges gently to seal. Repeat for all squares.
  4. Set up coating stations: place flour in one shallow bowl; beat 2 eggs with 1 tablespoon water in another; mix breadcrumbs with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a third bowl.
  5. Lightly dust each assembled bite with flour, dip into egg wash, then coat thoroughly with breadcrumb mixture. For extra crispiness, double-dip by repeating egg wash and breadcrumb coating. Place coated bites on a baking sheet and chill in the fridge for 15 minutes.
  6. Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350°F (175°C), monitoring with a thermometer.
  7. Carefully lower a few bites into hot oil without overcrowding. Fry for 2-3 minutes until golden and crispy, turning gently if needed. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a wire rack.
  8. Serve warm with extra marinara sauce for dipping.

Notes

Chill the coated bites before frying to help the coating set and prevent falling apart. Maintain oil temperature at 350°F for best results. Double-dip the coating for extra crispiness. Can be baked or air-fried as alternatives. Freeze assembled and coated bites before frying for convenience.

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