Fried Mozzarella Balls⏱ 70 min total

Fried Mozzarella Balls

Per 1 serving · 759 g · 5 ingredients

Calories
3,941
197%
of a 2,000 cal day
  • Protein
    50g
    5% of calories
  • Carbs
    38g
    4% of calories
  • Fat
    405g
    91% of calories
Portion

At a glance

One serving of Fried Mozzarella Balls (759 g) has 3941 calories, with 50 g of protein, 38 g of carbohydrates and 405 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from fat (91% of calories). It is high in protein (101% DV), Vitamin A (35% DV) and Vitamin E (562% DV). Keep an eye on sodium, saturated fat and cholesterol, which provide 56%, 209% and 102% of the daily value.

Per 100 g
519cal
high energy density
Protein per 100 cal
1.3g
Net carbs
34g
carbs minus fiber
Fiber
3.7g
9.2 g sugar

High in

20%+ of the daily value

  • Protein101%
  • Vitamin A35%
  • Vitamin E562%
  • Thiamine32%
  • Riboflavin (B2)70%
  • Niacin25%

Good source of

10–19% of the daily value

  • Dietary fiber13%
  • Vitamin C11%
  • Vitamin D11%
  • Potassium15%
  • Magnesium19%

Watch

20%+ of the daily value

  • Sodium56%
  • Saturated fat209%
  • Cholesterol102%

Ingredients

For one serving. Tap an ingredient to see its nutrition.

Directions

Prep 25 minCook 45 min
  1. 1

    Separate mozzarella and form into 8-10 small balls.

  2. 2

    Heat about 1-1/2-inches oil to 360°F in a 3 1/2-to 4-quart heavy saucepan.

  3. 3

    Double-coat mozzarella balls by dipping in eggs, then in bread crumbs, and repeating. Transfer to a sheet of wax paper.

  4. 4

    Working in small batches, lower balls into oil with a slotted spoon and fry, turning occasionally, until golden brown, about 30 seconds per batch. Transfer to paper towels to drain and season with salt. (Return oil to 360°F between batches.)

Vitamins & minerals

Amounts for 1 serving (759 g). Bars show % of the daily value.

Vitamins

NutrientAmount% Daily Value
Vitamin A313 μg
35%
Vitamin C10 mg
11%
Vitamin D2 μg
11%
Vitamin E84 mg
562%
Vitamin K9 μg
7%
Thiamine0.4 mg
32%
Riboflavin (B2)1 mg
70%
Niacin4 mg
25%
Vitamin B60.4 mg
29%
Folate (B9)91 μg
23%
Vitamin B122 μg
79%
Pantothenic acid2 mg
33%
Choline207 mg
38%

Minerals

NutrientAmount% Daily Value
Calcium1,300 mg
130%
Iron4 mg
55%
Potassium699 mg
15%
Magnesium78 mg
19%
Phosphorus909 mg
130%
Zinc6 mg
52%
Copper0.3 mg
34%
Manganese0.5 mg
20%
Selenium49 μg
89%
Full breakdown · 43 more nutrients
NutrientAmount% Daily Value
Alanine2 g—
Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA)8 g—
Alpha carotene0 μg—
Arginine2 g—
Aspartic acid4 g—
Beta carotene432 μg—
Caffeine0 mg—
Cystine0.5 g—
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)0 g—
Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA)0 g—
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)0 g—
Fluoride51 μg—
Fructose3 g—
Galactose0 g—
Glucose3 g—
Glutamic acid12 g—
Glycine1 g—
Histidine2 g—
Hydroxyproline0 g—
Isoleucine2 g—
Lactose0 g—
Leucine5 g—
Lycopene19,858 μg—
Lysine4 g—
Maltose1 g—
Methionine1 g—
Monounsaturated fats278 g—
Phenylalanine3 g—
Polyunsaturated fats67 g—
Proline5 g—
Retinol277 μg—
Serine3 g—
Starch21 g—
Sucrose0.1 g—
Theobromine0 mg—
Threonine2 g—
Total omega 38 g—
Total omega 654 g—
Tryptophan1 g—
Tyrosine3 g—
Valine3 g—
Vitamin D20 μg—
Vitamin D32 μg—

Burning 3,941 calories

Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.

  • 748min
    Walking (3.5 mph)
  • 473min
    Cycling (moderate)
  • 328min
    Running (6 mph)
  • 555min
    Swimming laps

Common questions

How many calories are in Fried Mozzarella Balls?

One serving of Fried Mozzarella Balls (1 serving) has 3941 calories, which works out to 519 calories per 100 g. That is about 197% of a 2,000-calorie day.

Are Fried Mozzarella Balls high in protein?

It provides a solid 50 g of protein per serving (101% of the 50 g daily value), but protein supplies only 5% of its calories, so it is not a protein-dense food. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.

Are Fried Mozzarella Balls keto-friendly?

It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 34 g of net carbs and 4% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.

How much sodium is in Fried Mozzarella Balls?

1295 mg per serving, which is high (20% or more of the 2,300 mg daily value).

How much sugar is in Fried Mozzarella Balls?

9.2 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.

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