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Deep Fried Lasagna

Cultural Context

Deep fried lasagna, a playful twist on the classic Italian dish, originated from the desire to innovate traditional recipes. In Italy, lasagna is a beloved comfort food, often enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations. The deep-fried version has gained popularity at fairs and street food festivals, showcasing the versatility of this iconic dish.

ItalianITmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups mashed potatoes
1 cup all-purpose flour
12 lasagna sheets
2 cups mozzarella cheese
1 teaspoon red chili flakes
1 teaspoon chicken powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cumin powder
1 teaspoon chaat masala
1/2 cup olives
1 cup bread crumbs

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

ricotta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Cottage cheese reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: provolone cheese

Provolone is often less expensive and melts well.

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground pork is often cheaper and adds flavor.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grana padano

Grana padano is a more affordable cheese with a similar taste.

1

Cook lasagna sheets according to package instructions until al dente; drain and cool.

2

In a bowl, combine mashed potatoes with salt, cumin powder, and chaat masala; mix until smooth.

3

Layer cooked lasagna sheets with the mashed potato mixture and mozzarella cheese in a baking dish; repeat layers until all ingredients are used.

4

Cut the lasagna into squares or rectangles after assembling; dust each piece with all-purpose flour.

5

Dip each piece into beaten egg, then coat with bread crumbs.

6

Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F; carefully add lasagna pieces in batches.

7

Fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes; remove and drain on paper towels.

8

Serve hot with olives and additional marinara sauce for dipping.

Cooking Techniques

sautéinglayeringfrying

Equipment Needed

large potmixing bowlbaking dishdeep fryer or large potslotted spoonpaper towels

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

Fried LasagnaLasagna Fritta
Local Name: Lasagna Fritta

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