Crispy and light mozzarella in carrozza in the air fryer, one of those dishes that wins you over at the first bite with its simplicity and goodness. Crispy on the outside and incredibly stringy on the inside, it is one of the most beloved fried street foods, perfect for recycling bread, indulging in something delicious, or impressing guests with an appetizer that everyone agrees on.
The mozzarella in carrozza is prepared with crustless white bread, stuffed with well-drained fresh mozzarella, then coated in a golden breadcrumb and cooked in the air fryer. The result is surprising: a crispy and flavorful crust enclosing a soft and stringy heart, with light cooking and no guilt.
Just a few ingredients, a few minutes of preparation, and some care are enough to get perfect golden triangles, ideal to serve as an appetizer, a quick main course, a finger food to share, or a simple savory snack. The air fryer allows for uniform browning with minimal oil, making this recipe suitable even for those looking for a lighter alternative to the fried version.
If you want to make it even more delicious and tasty, you can add half a slice of cooked ham to the mozzarella.
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very cheap
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 4 Pieces
- Cooking methods: Air frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients for crispy and light mozzarella in carrozza in the air fryer:
- 4 slices white bread (or sandwich bread)
- 4 slices mozzarella
- 1 large egg (at room temperature)
- to taste milk
- to taste fine salt
- to taste all-purpose flour
- to taste breadcrumbs
- to taste extra virgin olive oil
Tools for crispy and light mozzarella in carrozza in the air fryer:
- 3 Plates
- 1 Knife
- 1 Air fryer kasanova
Steps for preparing and cooking crispy and light mozzarella in carrozza in the air fryer:
If you are using white bread, with a sharp knife, remove the crust and cut the slices in half, alternatively, you can cut them into triangles or leave them whole.
Dry the slices of fresh mozzarella well and place them on the half slices of bread, lightly salt them, cover with the other bread and apply light pressure.
In a plate, put the egg, a little salt, a few tablespoons of milk, and beat well.
Then in another plate put the flour and in the third plate the breadcrumbs.
Pass each piece first in the flour, then in the beaten egg, and finally in the breadcrumbs making sure the breadcrumb adheres well. If you want a thicker and crunchier coating, pass them again in the egg and breadcrumbs (in this case, use 2 eggs instead of one).
Place the mozzarella in carrozza directly on the air fryer grill without parchment paper, add a few puffs of extra virgin olive oil, and cook at 392°F (200°C) for 10 minutes, turning them halfway if you do not have a fryer with double resistance until golden.
Serve them hot.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Can white bread be replaced?
You can also use sandwich bread or whole grain loaf bread, as long as it is soft and crustless.
Can I prepare them in advance?
Yes! Once breaded, you can store them in the fridge for a few hours or freeze them raw. Cook them directly from frozen adding 2-3 minutes.
How do I prevent the mozzarella from coming out?
Press the edges well and make sure the coating is also on the side.
