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POLPETTE DI MOZZARELLA

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Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs

Cultural Context

Mozzarella stuffed meatballs are a delightful Italian dish that showcases the rich flavors of ground meat and gooey cheese. Traditionally served with pasta or as a hearty appetizer, these meatballs celebrate the Italian love for comfort food. Over the years, variations have emerged globally, often incorporating different cheeses or spices, but the essence of the dish remains beloved across cultures.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 bocconcini da 200 g ognuno
2 fette di emmental
2 fette di prosciutto cotto
1 cucchiaino di sale
1 uovo medio
3 cucchiai di farina 00
farina q.b. per impanare
olio di semi d'arachidi

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: provolone cheese

Part-skim mozzarella reduces fat while still being melty.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is a lower-calorie option with a cheesy flavor.

1

In a bowl, combine the bocconcini, emmental, prosciutto cotto, salt, and egg.

2

Mix in the 3 tablespoons of flour until well combined.

3

Form the mixture into balls and coat them in additional flour.

4

Heat oil in a pan and fry the coated balls until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbrowningbaking

Equipment Needed

Tritatutto Kenwood

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

Cheesy MeatballsStuffed Meatballs
Local Name: Polpette di mozzarella

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