How to Make the Perfect Deep Fried Lasagna Bites
Italian American · Hard · 50 min · 4 servings
Crispy golden bites filled with classic lasagna layers of ricotta, meat sauce, and mozzarella. A fun party snack that delivers all the comfort of lasagna in one crunchy bite.
Why this recipe works
This Deep Fried Lasagna Bites recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 50 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 540 calories with 28g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 8 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 6 sheets lasagna noodles cooked and cooled
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup ground beef meat sauce
- 2 large eggs beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup all purpose flour
- 4 cups vegetable oil for frying
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Filling
In a bowl, mix ricotta, mozzarella, and meat sauce until combined. Spread a thin layer of filling onto each cooked lasagna noodle, then roll tightly into a log. Refrigerate for 15 minutes to firm up.
Step 2: Cut into Bites
Remove the chilled lasagna rolls from the refrigerator and cut each roll into 1.5 inch pieces. Press the ends gently to seal the filling inside each bite.
Step 3: Set Up Breading Station
Arrange three shallow bowls with flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs. Dredge each lasagna bite in flour first, then dip in egg, then coat thoroughly in panko, pressing gently to adhere.
Step 4: Fry the Bites
Heat vegetable oil to 350 degrees Fahrenheit in a deep pot. Fry the breaded bites in batches of 4 to 5 for 3 to 4 minutes until deep golden brown. Do not overcrowd the pot. Drain on paper towels.
Step 5: Serve Hot
Sprinkle with grated Parmesan and serve immediately alongside warm marinara sauce for dipping.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- ground beef meat sauce → Italian sausage crumbles
- panko breadcrumbs → crushed seasoned crackers
- ricotta cheese → cottage cheese drained
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Skipping the refrigeration step causes the rolls to fall apart when cutting
- Frying at too low a temperature makes the bites greasy instead of crispy
- Overfilling the lasagna noodles causes the filling to burst out during frying
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 540 calories, 28g protein, 46g carbs, 28g fat, 2g fiber.
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