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Ingredients
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For the Mozzarella Sticks
For the Marinara Sauce
Method
For the Mozzarella Sticks
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Gather all the ingredients for the mozzarella sticks. Cut the mozzarella cheese into sticks if not pre-cut.
- 2
- 3
Bread the Cheese Sticks
Dip each mozzarella stick first into the flour, coating it completely. Shake off the excess flour, then dip it into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off. Finally, coat the stick in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Repeat for all cheese sticks.
- 4
Freeze the Cheese Sticks
Place the breaded mozzarella sticks on a baking sheet and freeze for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- 5
Fry the Mozzarella Sticks
In a deep pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the frozen mozzarella sticks (do not overcrowd). Fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
For the Marinara Sauce
- 6
Cook the Sauce
In a saucepan over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add minced garlic cloves and sauté until fragrant but not browned.
- 7
- 8
Simmer the Sauce
Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. If desired, add fresh basil during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- 9
Serve
Once the mozzarella sticks are cooked and the marinara sauce is ready, serve the mozzarella sticks hot with a side of marinara sauce for dipping.
