Fried Mozzarella Sandwich
A crispy, golden fried sandwich with gooey melted mozzarella inside. Perfect for a quick lunch or snack, served with warm tomato sauce for dipping.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 550
- Protein
- 25g
Ingredients
- 4 slices bread slices
- 4 ounces mozzarella cheese
- 2 large egg
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup tomato sauce
Instructions
- 1
Place 2 slices of bread on a plate. Top each with 2 oz mozzarella, then cover with the remaining bread slices. Press gently to seal.
- 2
In a shallow bowl, whisk the 2 eggs. Spread the 0.5 cup flour on a plate. Dip each sandwich in the egg, then coat both sides with flour.
- 3
Heat the 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sandwiches and cook until golden brown and crispy, about 3 minutes per side.
- 4
While the sandwiches cook, warm the 1 cup tomato sauce in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally, until hot.
- 5
Serve the sandwiches hot with the warm tomato sauce on the side for dipping.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet
- shallow bowl
- plate
- small saucepan
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