Fried Mozzarella and Olive Finger Sandwiches

There's a great new way to eat mozzarella sticks with these Fried Mozzarella and Olive Finger Sandwiches. They are crunchy on the outside and gooey on the inside. When mixed with green olives, they make a great party snack or appetizer.

Ingredients:

• 8 slices of fresh mozzarella cheese
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• 16 pitted green olives
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• 8 slices of white bread
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• 1 cup all-purpose flour
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• 2 large eggs
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• 1 cup breadcrumbs
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• Salt and pepper to taste
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• Vegetable oil for frying
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• Fresh basil leaves for garnish
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• Marinara sauce for dipping
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Instructions:

Place 4 slices of mozzarella and 8 olives between 2 slices of white bread to make 4 sandwiches

In a shallow bowl, add flour and season with salt and pepper

In another bowl, beat the eggs

In a third bowl, place the breadcrumbs

Dip each sandwich in the flour, then the beaten eggs, and finally coat with breadcrumbs, ensuring they are fully coated

Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan to 350F 180C

Fry the sandwiches until they are golden brown and the cheese is melted, about 2-3 minutes per side

Remove the sandwiches from the oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil

Cut each sandwich into fingers or quarters for easy serving

Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve with marinara sauce for dipping

Enjoy your Fried Mozzarella and Olive Finger Sandwiches!