Crispy Leftover Spaghetti Bites

# What You Need:

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01 - 2 cups cooked leftover spaghetti

02 - 1 large egg

03 - 1/2 cup marinara sauce

04 - 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

05 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

06 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)

07 - 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herbs

08 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Breading

09 - 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs

10 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ For Frying

11 - Vegetable oil, for shallow frying

# Directions:

01 - In a large bowl, mix the leftover spaghetti, egg, marinara sauce, mozzarella, Parmesan, parsley, and Italian herbs. Season with salt and black pepper. Stir until the mixture is well combined and spaghetti is evenly coated.

02 - Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized portions using your hands, pressing firmly so they hold together.

03 - In a shallow bowl, combine Italian-style breadcrumbs with Parmesan cheese.

04 - Roll each spaghetti ball in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to ensure adhesion.

05 - Pour approximately 1/2 inch of vegetable oil into a large skillet and warm over medium heat.

06 - Fry the coated spaghetti bites in batches, turning occasionally until golden brown and crisp on all sides, about 2 to 3 minutes per batch.

07 - Remove the fried bites with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain any excess oil.

08 - Serve the bites hot with extra marinara sauce for dipping if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

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This is the easiest way to use up pasta while making something you’ll actually look forward to eating.
The irresistible crunch on the outside gives way to a cheesy, melty middle that’s pure comfort.

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If the spaghetti mix falls apart, add a bit more egg or cheese—nothing’s lost if you tweak as you go.
Crowding the pan cools the oil and ruins the crispiness (I learned this after my first sad, soggy batch).

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