Mozzarella Stuffed Onion Rings (Print)
Crispy breaded onion rings filled with stretchy mozzarella cheese - the perfect fusion of two classic comfort foods.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Components
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2 large white onions
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3 slices mozzarella cheese
→ Breading
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250 g plain flour
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5 large eggs
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230 g breadcrumbs
→ Frying
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Vegetable oil, for deep frying
→ Serving
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Marinara sauce, for dipping
# Directions:
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Peel onions and cut into 1 centimetre rings. Separate rings gently. Slice mozzarella cheese into 4 even strips.
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Place a smaller onion ring inside a larger one and fill the gap with mozzarella strips, adding an extra layer of cheese if desired. Repeat with all remaining onion rings. Arrange assembled rings on a tray and freeze for 1 hour to firm.
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Prepare three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs. Remove frozen onion rings from freezer.
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Coat each stuffed onion ring first in flour, then dip in beaten egg, then coat with breadcrumbs. For a crispier crust, dip again into egg and breadcrumbs. Return breaded rings to the freezer until ready to fry.
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Heat oil in a deep pot to 175°C. Fry the breaded onion rings in batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown. Do not over-fry to prevent cheese from leaking. Remove rings with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
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Serve onion rings hot with marinara sauce for dipping.
# Notes:
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Pre-freezing the assembled rings helps the cheese stay in place during frying
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Double breading creates an extra crispy exterior that seals in the melted cheese