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Recipes » Appetizers » Lasagna Fritta

Published: Jan 11, 2017 · Modified: May 25, 2021 by Krystle Smith · This post may contain affiliate links

Lasagna Fritta

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Creamy lasagna wrapped in an ultra crunchy batter.  If you thought lasagna was the ultimate comfort food, you need to try lasagna fritta next.

 

a closeup of deep fried lasagna being dipped in marinara sauce.

So in case you haven’t noticed, I’m a little different. Everyone else is posting low-fat, low-carb recipes. And I’m just like hiiiii, I just deep-fried lasagna.  Want more fun twists on lasagna? Try our skillet lasagna, or Mexican lasana next.

One bite and you’ll be deep-frying it too. (Fritta actually means fried in Italian) It is rich and creamy on the inside, and crispy crunchy on the outside.  As written this recipe is vegetarian but feel free to add cooked ground beef if you’d like.

Can I get points for topping it with something green? And dipping it in tomato sauce?  I mean come on this thing is practically a salad.

It also reminds me of the Lasagna Fritta we love to get as an appetizer at Olive Garden.  Dig in with me! Creamy on the inside, crunchy on the outside. SO many good layers of flavor.

Table Of Contents hide
1 Why You Need Deep Fried Lasagna In Your Life
2 Ingredient Notes and Shopping Tips
3 How To Make Deep Fried Lasagna
4 Tips and Tricks
5 Storage
6 More Deep Fried Treats
7 Lasagna Fritta

Why You Need Deep Fried Lasagna In Your Life

  1. Crispy Crunchy: Panko breading makes the crunch on these out of this world!
  2. Lasagna Flavors: This is such a fun twist on lasagna complete with all your favorite ingredients like ricotta and tomato sauce.
  3. Quick: These cook up in just a few minutes’ time.

 

Ingredient Notes and Shopping Tips

1. Lasagna Noodles: Be sure to buy regular not no-boil noodles. Since we’re not baking these in the oven with sauce, they’ll need to be precooked before frying.

2. Ricotta: Many lasagna recipes call for cottage cheese. However, I suggest using Ricotta here. It has a finer texture and less water content. Cottage cheese could lead to a soggy result.

3. Bread Crumbs: If you don’t have seasoned bread crumbs on hand, you can add one teaspoon of Italian seasoning to regular bread crumbs.

4. Oil: Use a neutral oil like vegetable or canola.  You can cool, and reuse oil after frying as long as you use it for similar foods.  For example, you could save the oil from this recipe to make deep-fried mac and cheese. However, I wouldn’t suggest making beer-battered cod, and then reusing the oil for this recipe.

5. Dip: Dip in your favorite sauce like marinara or alfredo.

a deep fried lasagna roll up cut in half with ricotta cheese coming out.

How To Make Deep Fried Lasagna

  1. Cook Pasta: Cook until al dente.
  2. Make Filling: Combine cheeses, egg, garlic, and seasoning.
  3. Spread ricotta mixture over noodles and fold up.
  4. Freeze: Freeze for 30-45 minutes.
  5. Fry: Deep fry for 2-3 minutes per side.

Tips and Tricks

  1. Don’t forget to add salt to your pasta water. It is the only chance you get to flavor your noodles.
  2. Always use a deep-fry thermometer when frying to make sure your oil is at the right temperature.
  3. Don’t skip freezing the lasagna bites. I know you want them NOW, but they will melt/explode if the cheese isn’t cold enough.
  4. Don’t crowd your skillet, work in batches until all are fried. The oil will stay hot, and your lasagna will stay crispier!

Storage

  1. Freeze cooked or uncooked for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before frying.
  2. Leftover reheat best in the oven.
  3. For best results cool before placing in the fridge to avoid excess condensation. Enjoy with 3-4 days.

fried lasagna garnished with parsley with a bowl of marinara in the background.

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Lasagna Fritta

Creamy lasagna wrapped in an ultra crunchy batter. Just when you thought lasagna couldn't get any better!
4.94 from 15 votes
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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian
Diet: Vegetarian
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 32 minutes
Servings: 10 Servings
Calories: 279kcal
Author: Krystle Smith

Ingredients

  • 10 Lasagna Noodles Cooked until al Dente
  • 15 Ounces Ricotta Cheese
  • 4 Eggs Beaten and Divided
  • 2 Cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 Teaspoon Italian Seasoning
  • Salt & Pepper To Taste
  • 1 Cup Mozzarella Cheese Shredded
  • ¼ Cup Parsley Finely Chopped (Optional)
  • ½ Cup All Purpose Flour
  • 2 Cups Italian Breadcrumbs
  • Vegetable Oil For Frying
  • Marinara and Alfredo Sauce For Serving If Desired
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Instructions

  • Cook lasagna noodles in a pot of salted boiling water according to the package directions for al dente. Grease baking sheet, set aside.
  • Place noodles flat onto prepared pan.
  • In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese egg, Italian seasoning, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix until combined.
  • Spread ricotta mixture evenly over all 10 noodles. Fold each noodle 3-4 times until it resembles a square. Freeze for 30-45 minutes.
  • Set up 3 small bowls containing the flour, eggs, and breadcrumbs. Dip square noodles into flour, eggs, and finally breadcrumbs.
  • Heat around 1 ½ inches of oil in a deep skillet. Heat over medium heat until oil reaches ~350 degrees F. You'll know it's ready when a drop of water sizzles with you add it to the pan.
  • Add lasagna bites 3-4 at a time into the oil. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels. Repeat until all are cooked.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley, and serve with marinara sauce for dipping.

Notes

Ingredient Notes
1. Ricotta: Many lasagna recipes call for cottage cheese. However, I suggest using Ricotta here. It has a finer texture and less water content. Cottage cheese could lead to a soggy result. 
2. Bread Crumbs: If you don't have seasoned bread crumbs on hand, you can add one teaspoon of Italian seasoning to regular bread crumbs. 
Tips and Tricks
  1. Don't forget to add salt to your pasta water. It is the only chance you get to flavor your noodles. 
  2. Don't skip freezing the lasagna bites. They will melt/explode if the cheese isn't cold enough.
  3. Don't crowd your skillet, work in batches until all are fried. The oil will stay hot, and your lasagna will stay crispier!

Nutrition

Calories: 279kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 75mg | Sodium: 419mg | Potassium: 166mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 343IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 122mg | Iron: 2mg
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Comments

  1. Beth says

    May 27, 2021 at 4:40 pm

    5 stars
    Oh wow! These were such a big hit here and my hubby was all over these! These are definitely being remade again very soon!

    Reply
  2. Amanda Livesay says

    May 27, 2021 at 3:26 pm

    5 stars
    I can’t believe I’d never heard of this before now! So delicious!

    Reply
  3. Beti | easyweeknightrecipes says

    May 27, 2021 at 2:54 pm

    5 stars
    WOW! This sounds incredibly delicious!! Can’t wait to try it!

    Reply
  4. katerina @ diethood.com says

    May 27, 2021 at 2:54 pm

    5 stars
    This sounds dangerously good!! I bet it tastes amazing! YUM!

    Reply
  5. Erin | Dinners,Dishes and Dessert says

    May 27, 2021 at 12:30 pm

    5 stars
    This Lasagna Fritta is the ultimate comfort food!

    Reply
  6. Catalina says

    May 27, 2021 at 5:39 am

    5 stars
    Mmmm…. Lasagna fritta! I love when lasagna is a little bit crunchy on top. This recipe is for me!

    Reply
  7. Dorothy Reinhold says

    May 26, 2021 at 9:38 pm

    That crunchy exterior is everything! I am so excited for this dish. It takes lasagna to a new level.

    Reply
  8. Julia says

    May 26, 2021 at 6:27 am

    5 stars
    Wow this is not for every day but such a treat for special occasions! Loved it!

    Reply
  9. Lisalia says

    May 26, 2021 at 1:51 am

    5 stars
    Holy moly! This is next-level lasagna. So so good. I had never thought about making lasagna this way before. It’s our new family favorite!

    Reply
  10. Betsy says

    May 26, 2021 at 12:35 am

    5 stars
    So fun and so delicious! Like being at Olive Garden without ever leaving the house! Way easier than I thought it would be and so tasty!

    Reply
  11. Raenell says

    July 07, 2020 at 1:19 pm

    Sounds delish. Can I add lean ground beef to the ricotta mixture, then freeze? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Krystle Smith says

      July 18, 2020 at 12:33 pm

      Hi Raenell! I haven’t tried that, but I think it would be okay. Maybe just use less ricotta so it is not too full. Please let us know how they turn out!

      Reply
  12. jeannette says

    April 06, 2019 at 11:18 pm

    I have a question are you saying freeze the lasagna fritta before frying? I saw your recommendation not to skip freezing .
    I didn`t see where you say freeze them first

    Reply
    • Krystle Smith says

      July 06, 2020 at 10:32 pm

      Hi Jeanette,

      Great question. Please see step 4. If you don’t freeze it they may not hold up.

      Reply
  13. Miranda says

    January 16, 2017 at 1:17 pm

    5 stars
    Deep fried lasagna sounds awesome! What is not to love about that?!

    Reply
    • Krystle says

      March 05, 2018 at 9:55 pm

      Right?! nomnomnom

      Reply
  14. Marie says

    January 12, 2017 at 10:48 pm

    Oh my goodness. Just when you thought lasagna couldn’t get better, you did it. These look delicious, so I’ll certainly be trying this out.

    Reply

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