How To Make Landmarc's Smoked Mozzarella and Ricotta Fritters

  • December 10, 2007
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Hi, I’m Marc Murphy, chef of Landmarc. Today we’re going to be showing you how to make smoked mozzarella and ricotta fritters.

You Will Need

  • 1 lb. fresh ricotta cheese
  • 1/4 lb. smoked mozzarella cheese, cut into cubes
  • 1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3/4 c. whole milk
  • 3 eggs
  • 3/4 c. flour
  • 1/2 tsp. baking powder
  • Some salt and pepper
  • 2 qt. canola oil
  • A large mixing bowl
  • A mixing spoon
  • A heavy 5-qt. pot
  • A candy thermometer
  • 2 serving spoons or tablespoons
  • A shallow wire skimmer, also known as a \spider\ strainer
  • A large plate or cooling rack
  • Some paper towels
  • And a pair of tongs

This recipe involves very hot cooking oil, so be careful and never leave the oil unattended.

How To Make Landmarc's Smoked Mozzarella and Ricotta Fritters: Mix ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, milk & eggs

Step 1: Mix ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, milk & eggs

In a large bowl, mix ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, milk, and eggs until all the ingredients are well blended.

How To Make Landmarc's Smoked Mozzarella and Ricotta Fritters: Mix in salt & pepper, flour & baking powder

Step 2: Mix in salt & pepper, flour & baking powder

Mix in salt and pepper, flour, and baking powder to the wet ingredients. Set aside.

How To Make Landmarc's Smoked Mozzarella and Ricotta Fritters: Heat oil to 350 degrees

Step 3: Heat oil to 350 degrees

In a heavy pot, heat 2 quarts canola oil to 350 degrees, keeping a close watch on the temperature with a candy thermometer.

Start heating the oil 15-20 minutes early.

How To Make Landmarc's Smoked Mozzarella and Ricotta Fritters: Spoon batter into oil

Step 4: Spoon batter into oil

Once the oil reaches 350 degrees, or slightly over, carefully spoon the batter into the hot oil.

To avoid, or at least minimize, hot oil splashes and burns, make sure to hold the batter spoon as close as possible to the surface.

How To Make Landmarc's Smoked Mozzarella and Ricotta Fritters: Cook 8-10 minutes

Step 5: Cook 8-10 minutes

Cook for 2-3 minutes, depending on the size of the fritters, until they’re a dark golden brown.

How To Make Landmarc's Smoked Mozzarella and Ricotta Fritters: Remove fritters & let cool

Step 6: Remove fritters & let cool

Remove fritters from oil, place on paper towel, and let cool for 4-5 minutes.

This recipe is very versatile — have fun experimenting with different ingredients such as shredded zucchini or different types of cheeses.

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Comments (4)

sanjay

Landmarc is a great restaurant.

over 4 years ago by sanjay

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tessa

Just tried these last night. Awesome!

over 3 years ago by tessa

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over 2 years ago by Mahuya_Nath

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Baldwin

The chef is cute!

about 1 year ago by Baldwin

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