Description
Crispy fried lasagna rolls filled with creamy ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, and savory meat, coated in breadcrumbs and fried to golden perfection. A crunchy, cheesy appetizer inspired by restaurant-style Italian flavors.
Ingredients
- 8 lasagna noodles, cooked al dente
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup cooked and crumbled ground beef or Italian sausage
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs, divided
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 2 cups vegetable oil, for frying
- 1 cup marinara sauce, for serving
Instructions
- Cook the lasagna noodles in salted water until al dente. Drain and lay flat on a parchment-lined surface to cool.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, 1 cup mozzarella, Parmesan, cooked meat, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and 1 beaten egg. Mix well.
- Spread an even layer of the cheese mixture over each noodle and roll tightly from one end to the other.
- Prepare a breading station with three bowls: flour in one, remaining beaten egg in another, and breadcrumbs in the third.
- Roll each lasagna roll in flour, dip into egg, then coat thoroughly with breadcrumbs.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the rolls in batches for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella over hot rolls and allow it to melt slightly. Serve with warm marinara sauce.
Notes
- For a lighter option, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Air fry at 380°F (193°C) for 8–10 minutes, turning halfway through.
- Chill rolls for 20–30 minutes before frying to help them hold their shape.
- Freeze breaded, unfried rolls for up to 2 months and fry directly from frozen.
- Reheat leftovers in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for 10–15 minutes to maintain crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 rolls
- Calories: 620 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg
