FRIED MANICOTTI DIPPERS
At first glance, you might think these are just giant mozzarella sticks. But a bite reveals that they are so much more--a pasta hors d'oeuvre with a crunch on the outside and the soul of a mozzarella stick within.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories appetizer
Time 1h
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook the manicotti shells according to the package directions for al dente. Strain and place on a baking sheet to let the noodles cool to room temperature, about 15 minutes. Meanwhile, mix the ricotta, Parmesan, garlic, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, 1 egg, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a medium bowl until smooth. Spoon into a large resealable plastic bag and snip 1/2 inch off of one of the corners.
- Push 1 mozzarella stick into the center of each noodle. Pipe the ricotta mixture into the center of each noodle (you may have to pipe into both ends to fill the whole noodle). Place back on the baking sheet.
- Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes: Stir together the flour, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in the first dish. Beat the remaining 4 eggs in the second dish and add the breadcrumbs to the third dish. Coat a noodle in the flour, then dip into the egg, letting any excess drip off. Finally, press into the breadcrumbs. Transfer to the baking sheet and repeat with the remaining noodles.
- Heat 1/2-inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and line a plate with a paper towel. Drop a few breadcrumbs into the oil; if they sizzle, the oil is hot enough. Working in batches, fry the noodles, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and the cheese is melted and starting to ooze through the sides, about 4 minutes total. Transfer to the lined plate and repeat with the remaining noodles, making sure to heat the oil back up between each batch. Serve with marinara sauce on the side for dipping.
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Brandon Alfaro
[email protected]These manicotti dippers are the perfect party food. They're easy to make and everyone loves them!
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[email protected]I'm definitely going to make these again. They were a hit with my family.
KOLIM SK
[email protected]These were a lot of work to make, but they were worth it. They were so delicious!
Blamanga
[email protected]I would have liked these more if they were baked instead of fried.
Ammar Ghayas
[email protected]I thought these were just okay. The filling was a little bland and the marinara sauce was too sweet.
asaph enloy
[email protected]These were a little too greasy for my taste, but they were still good.
Turah Mokeira
[email protected]I'm not a great cook, but these manicotti dippers turned out great! They were easy to make and they tasted amazing.
jackie Prince
[email protected]These were delicious! I used a homemade marinara sauce and it was the perfect complement to the manicotti dippers.
Ndumiso Masilela
[email protected]I made these for a potluck and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them!
Jacob Logston
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the manicotti dippers turned out great. They were a little time-consuming to make, but they were worth it.
Deep Blades
[email protected]These were so easy to make and they turned out perfect! I'll definitely be making them again.
Neema Mushi
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of fried food, but these manicotti dippers were amazing! The combination of the crispy shell and the creamy cheese filling was irresistible.
Bikash Adhakari
[email protected]These fried manicotti dippers were a hit at my party! They were crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside, and the marinara sauce was the perfect dipping sauce.