Crispy Fried Mozzarella with Chopped Spinach Salad

Name: Crispy Fried Mozzarella with Chopped Spinach Salad
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 60 min
Yield: 12, 12 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup panko; 1-2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; ⅓ cup cornstarch; ¾ cup Italian breadcrumbs; 1 tablespoon lemon juice (fresh squeezed); 16 ounces mozzarella (whole milk low moisture, sliced into 10-12 slices ); 2 eggs (whisked ); ½ cup marinara sauce (heat to warm ); 1-2 cups vegetable oil (for frying or avocado oil ); 6 ounces baby spinach (chopped small ); ¼ cup shallots (diced small); kosher salt (to season); black pepper (to season)

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Perfect any day of the week, this crispy fried mozzarella with chopped spinach salad is so delicious. Crispy on the outside cheesy in the center, you are guaranteed to fall in love with this tasty appetizer.

By: Healthyishfoods (via Healthyishfoods)

Last Updated: Mar 3, 2026

Prep: 30 mins

Cook: 60 mins

Yields: 12, 12 servings

Instructions

Slice the mozzarella into rounds. Make sure it is low moisture, whole milk fat mozzarella. I was able to get 10-12 rounds from a 16-ounce block.
Grab three plates, and cornstarch to one plate, whisked eggs to the second plate, and combine the Italian and panko breadcrumbs on the third plate. No flour required.