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Fried Mini Bocconcini
with Sundried Tomato Dip

Crispy on the outside, soft and creamy on the inside — these golden bites of Bella Casara Buffalo Bocconcini are the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Lightly breaded and fried to perfection, each piece delivers a warm richness that pairs beautifully with a tangy sundried tomato dip.

Prep time: 25 minutes

Cook time: 20 minutes

4 people

Ingredients

FRIED BOCCONCINI

SUNDRIED TOMATO DIP

  • 1/4 cup sundried tomatoes in oil
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp dried italian herbs
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes
  • Salt and pepper to taste
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Instructions

1. Drain boccconcini’s and lay them on a paper towel to absorb extra liquid.

2. Line 2 large baking sheets, one with parchment paper and the other with a paper towel,
set aside.

3. Add flour, eggs and panko in 3 separate medium sized bowls. Working in batches, roll
bocconcini in flour then dip them in the eggs and finally add them to the panko and roll to
fully coat. Place on the baking sheet lined with parchment. Repeat this process until all
balls are coated. Place in the fridge while making sauce and oil heats.

4. For the sundried tomato sauce, add all ingredients in a food processor and run the
machine until ingredients are incorporated, some small pieces are okay.

5. Heat about 3 inches of canola oil in a large, heavy-duty pot to a temperature of 350°F.
Working in batches, fry the bocconcini balls until they are golden brown, about 2
minutes.

6. Remove the balls with a slotted spoon and place them on the baking tray with a paper
towel to remove excess oil. Continue this process until balls are all fried, serve hot with
sundried tomato sauce.

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