deep fried lasagna
raw material
6 servings
- 1 classic lasagna, refrigerated overnight
- 6 cups vegetable oil (1.5 liters), for frying
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (250 grams)
- 4 large eggs, beaten
- 2 cups Italian breadcrumbs (230 g)
- 1 cup marinara sauce (260 g), warmed and served
Prepare
- Place a wire rack inside the baking pan.
- Cut the refrigerated lasagna into 12 equal pieces and then 4 triangles for a total of 48 pieces. Place the triangles on a wire rack and cover with plastic wrap. Freeze for at least 4 hours, until set.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot fitted with a frying thermometer over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (180°C).
- Add flour, eggs and breadcrumbs to 3 separate shallow bowls.
- Remove the lasagna triangles from the refrigerator and pour in the flour, then the eggs, then the breadcrumbs.
- Working in batches, fry the lasagna triangles in the hot oil for about 1 minute, until golden brown. Transfer to a baking sheet lined with paper towels to drain and cool for about 10 minutes.
- Warm the lasagna with the marinara sauce.
- enjoy!