Crispy Meatball Bites

A platter of meatballs rolled in seasoned panko bread crumbs and fried served with marinara dipping sauce

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

2 eggs, beaten with 2 tablespoons water
1 1/2 cups Vigo Italian Seasoned Panko Bread Crumbs
1 pound frozen Italian meatballs, thawed
Vigo Olive Oil, for frying
3/4 cups Alessi Smooth Marinara, warmed

Directions

Place eggs and bread crumbs in two separate shallow dishes. Dip meatballs in egg wash then dredge in bread crumbs.

Heat enough olive oil to cover bottom of large skillet over medium heat. In batches, fry meatballs in hot oil until golden brown and crispy. Add more oil as needed. Drain meatballs on paper towels. Serve with warmed marinara as a dipping sauce.