Description
Crispy and cheesy Air Fryer Lasagna Fritta rolled noodles filled with a creamy blend of ricotta, Parmesan, Romano, Asiago, and mozzarella cheeses, seasoned with Italian herbs and lightly breaded for a golden finish. This recipe offers a healthier alternative to traditional fried lasagna bites by air frying to perfection, served with homemade Alfredo and marinara sauces for dipping.
Ingredients
Scale
Lasagna Prep
- 10 ounces Lasagna Noodles (about 10 noodles)
- 15 ounces Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese
- ½ cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese
- ½ cup Freshly Grated Romano Cheese
- ½ cup Freshly Grated Asiago Cheese
- ½ cup Freshly Grated Mozzarella Cheese
- 2 tablespoons Italian Seasoning
- 2 Large Eggs
Breading
- 1 ½ cups Italian Bread Crumbs or Panko
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- ½ cup Finely Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 2 Large Eggs
- Olive Oil Spray
For Frying (Optional Alternate Method)
- Canola Oil (for pan frying)
To Serve
- Homemade Alfredo Sauce
- Jar of Marinara Sauce
Instructions
- Noodle Prep: Boil lasagna noodles in salted water until they reach al dente texture. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Lay the noodles flat and prepare the cheese filling.
- Cheese Filling Mixture: In a bowl, combine whole milk ricotta, freshly grated Parmesan, Romano, Asiago, mozzarella cheeses, Italian seasoning, and two beaten large eggs. Mix thoroughly to create a creamy, seasoned cheese blend.
- Assembly and Freezing: Spread an even layer of the cheese mixture over each noodle, then carefully roll them up tightly. Place the rolled noodles on a baking sheet and freeze until solid to make breading easier.
- Breading Preparation: In one bowl, scramble two large eggs to create an egg wash. In another bowl, mix Italian bread crumbs or panko with olive oil and finely grated Parmesan cheese for a flavorful coating.
- Breading the Rolled Noodles: Dip each frozen lasagna roll first into the egg wash, ensuring full coverage, then dredge in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere the coating well.
- Air Fryer Cooking Method: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (204°C). Spray the air fryer basket lightly with olive oil spray. Place the breaded lasagna rolls (lasagna fritta) in a single layer in the basket without crowding. Spray the tops with olive oil spray. Cook for 8 minutes, then carefully flip each fritta and cook for an additional 6 to 8 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove and let cool slightly before serving.
- Pan-Fried Alternate Method: Heat canola oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the breaded lasagna fritta for about 2 minutes per side or until golden brown and heated through. Drain on paper towels. Serve immediately.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve the crispy lasagna fritta warm with homemade Alfredo sauce and marinara sauce on the side for dipping.
Notes
- Freezing the rolled noodles before breading helps maintain their shape and makes for easier handling during frying or air frying.
- You can use either Italian bread crumbs or panko depending on your preferred crunchiness.
- Olive oil spray helps achieve a crispy texture in the air fryer without excess oil.
- For a lower-fat option, stick with the air fryer method and avoid pan frying in oil.
- Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
