Mozzarella in Matzoh Carrozza

Preparation info
  • Yield:

    6–7

    appetizer
    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
The Gefilte Variations

By Jayne Cohen

Published 2000

  • About

This variation on the Neapolitan mozzarella in carrozza—a luscious golden-fried sandwich of molten mozzarella, sauced with a blend of garlic, lemon, and anchovies—may seem unusual, but softened matzoh works remarkably well as a substitute for the fluffy sliced white bread frequently used. The absorbent matzoh pairs beautifully with the assertive citrusy sauce.

I especially like the subtle way the slightly sweet egg matzohs soften the saline edge of anchovies, but plain matzohs are v