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Mozzarella Sticks Recipe

Name: 80 Proof American Kitchen & Bars Mozzarella Sticks Recipe
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 12 sticks string cheese sticks; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 2 large eggs; 2 tbs milk; 2 cups bread crumbs; 1 tsp Italian seasoning; 0.5 tsp salt; 0.5 tsp black pepper; 4 cups vegetable oil; 1 can (28 oz) canned crushed tomatoes; 2 cloves garlic cloves; 1 medium onion; 2 tbs olive oil; 1 tsp dried oregano; 0.5 tsp salt; 0.5 tsp black pepper; 1 tbs fresh basil (optional); 1 tsp sugar

Inspired by 80 Proof American Kitchen & Bar

Time45m

Serves4

Served with marinara sauce

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Ingredients

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For the Mozzarella Sticks

12 sticks string cheese sticks

1 cup 00 bread flour

2 large Eggs

2 tbs Milk

2 cups bread crumbs

1 tsp Italian seasoning

1/2 tsp Celtic sea salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

4 cups Tuscany sunflower oil

For the Marinara Sauce

1 can (28 oz) canned crushed tomatoes

2 cloves Garlic cloves

1 medium Onion

2 tbs olive oil

1 tsp Dried oregano

1/2 tsp Celtic sea salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1 tbs fresh basil (optional)

1 tsp sugar

Method

For the Mozzarella Sticks

Prep the Cheese

Unwrap the string cheese sticks and place them in the freezer for about 30 minutes to firm up.

Set Up the Breading Station

Prepare three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs mixed with milk, and one with bread crumbs mixed with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.

Bread the Cheese

Take the cheese sticks out of the freezer. Dip each stick first in the flour, then in the egg mixture, and finally coat them with the bread crumbs. Place them on a baking sheet.

Heat the Oil

In a deep frying pan or pot, heat vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Fry the Cheese Sticks

Carefully add the breaded cheese sticks to the hot oil in batches. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.

For the Marinara Sauce

Sauté the Vegetables

In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped onion, and sauté until the onion is translucent.

Add Tomatoes and Seasonings

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, oregano, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Bring to a simmer.

Simmer the Sauce

Reduce the heat and let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. If desired, add fresh basil before serving.