Jul 09 2026
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Mozzarella Sticks Recipe

Inspired by Barrel House
Time1h
Serves4

Crispy mozzarella sticks served with marinara sauce.

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Ingredients

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For the Mozzarella Sticks

For the Marinara Sauce

Method

To Prepare the Mozzarella Sticks

  1. 1

    Set Up the Breading Station

    In three separate shallow bowls, place the flour, beaten eggs mixed with milk, and bread crumbs mixed with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.

  2. 2

    Coat the Cheese

    Take each mozzarella stick and first coat it in the flour, shaking off the excess. Next, dip it into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off. Finally, roll it in the bread crumbs until fully coated. Repeat for all cheese sticks.

  3. 3

    Freeze the Cheese Sticks

    Place the coated mozzarella sticks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze for at least 30 minutes. This step helps to ensure they maintain their shape while frying.

  4. 4

    Heat the Oil

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

  5. 5

    Fry the Mozzarella Sticks

    Carefully add the frozen mozzarella sticks to the hot oil in batches, avoiding overcrowding. Fry for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove them from the oil and drain on paper towels.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Serve the crispy mozzarella sticks hot with marinara sauce for dipping.

To Prepare the Marinara Sauce

  1. 7

    Sauté the Garlic

    In a saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic cloves and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

  2. 8

    Add the Tomatoes and Seasonings

    Add the canned crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar to the saucepan. Stir well to combine.

  3. 9

    Simmer the Sauce

    Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.

  4. 10

    Serve

    Once the sauce is ready, serve it warm alongside the mozzarella sticks.

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