Alici con mozzarella fritte-Fried anchovies with mozzarella

fresh mozzarella

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: string cheese

String cheese is more affordable and easier to find.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive while still providing a neutral flavor.

balsamic vinegar

🥗Healthier: red wine vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

White vinegar is inexpensive and can mimic acidity.

fresh basil

🥗Healthier: dried basil

💰Cheaper: spinach

Spinach adds freshness and is often cheaper than fresh herbs.

Clean and prepare the anchovies.

Slice the mozzarella into pieces.

Dip the anchovies in beaten eggs, then coat them in flour.

Place a piece of mozzarella inside each anchovy and fold them.

Heat oil in a frying pan and fry the stuffed anchovies until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

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