Crispy Mozzarella Balls

Crispy Mozzarella Balls start as small pieces of fresh mozzarella, hand-cut and shaped one by one. Each piece is rolled lightly in flour, dipped in egg, and coated with seasoned breadcrumbs before being fried in hot oil until the crust turns golden and fragrant. The smell fills the kitchen with warmth, a sign that the cheese inside has softened just enough to stretch when you bite into it.

There is something deeply satisfying about this kind of cooking, the rhythm of rolling, coating and frying by hand, the care that turns something simple into something special. The first crunch gives way to a creamy centre that feels comforting and indulgent. Served warm with a drizzle of olive oil or our signature dip, they carry the flavour of homemade food at its best.

The recipe is straightforward but the technique is everything: the oil must be hot enough for the crust to crisp quickly without letting the cheese escape. When done right, each mozzarella ball is light, golden and irresistible, the kind of dish that disappears from the table faster than anything else. This is what Lebanese home cooking means to us; hands, patience and love shaping every bite.

Ingredients (serves approx. 12 pieces):
Mozzarella cheese, flour, egg, breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, olive oil, served with our signature dip.

Serving size: One portion includes 12 pieces.