Sfere di Parmigiano / Italian Parmesan Cheese Balls. A Naples crispy and Delicious appetizer

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Sfere di Parmigiano / Italian Parmesan Cheese Balls. A Naples Crispy and Delicious appetizer

Sfere di Parmigiano / Italian Parmesan Cheese Balls. A Naples Crispy and Delicious appetizer

Sfere di Parmigiano. This Italian recipe, which originates from Naples, literally translates to “Parmesan Crispy Balls”.

A quick, simple inexpensive aperitif made with only 3 ingredients. They are super crunchy and very tasty! 😋 It also makes a great snack and I bet you can’t only eat just one !

INGREDIENTS: Makes approx. 18-22 bite size pieces

3 egg whites 🥚 (room temperature)

12 ozs. (150 g) grated Parmigiano Reggiano

1 cup of finely hopped parsley

Couple of pinches of black pepper (Optional)

Neutral oil for frying

Bread crumbs (Optional for extra exterior crispiness)

DIRECTIONS:

1) In a medium size bowl, add the egg whites, grated cheese, black pepper & parsley.

Mix well till all incorporated. Should the mixture feel sticky, add a bit more grated cheese.

2) Form bite size balls and go straight to frying OR place in the fridge for 15-20 minutes.

NOTE : FOR EXTRA CRISPINESS, roll the cheese balls in bread crumbs.

3) Fry in neutral oil (approximately 5 minutes) or until the entire cheese balls are

golden brown. For added crispiness, once golden brown- fry for an additional 1-2 mins.

4) Place on a dish lined with paper towel to absorb the excess oil.

And that’s all there is to it ! We weren’t kidding when we said that this recipe is

quick and easy !

Time to eat and enjoy ! 😊