Jul 13 2026
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Mozzarella Sticks Recipe

Inspired by Bev's
Time1h
Serves4

Breaded and fried mozzarella served with marinara sauce.

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Ingredients

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For the Mozzarella Sticks

For the Marinara Sauce

Method

Preparing the Mozzarella Sticks

  1. 1

    Prepare the Cheese

    Cut the mozzarella sticks in half if you prefer shorter sticks. This is optional.

  2. 2

    Set Up Breading Station

    In three separate shallow bowls, place the flour in the first, beaten eggs in the second, and breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper in the third.

  3. 3

    Bread the Mozzarella Sticks

    Dip each mozzarella stick in flour, shaking off the excess. Then, dip it in the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off, and finally coat it with the breadcrumb mixture. Press the breadcrumbs onto the cheese to ensure they adhere well.

  4. 4

    Chill the Mozzarella Sticks

    Place the breaded mozzarella sticks on a plate and freeze for at least 30 minutes to help them hold their shape during frying.

Making the Marinara Sauce

  1. 5

    Sauté Garlic

    In a medium saucepan over medium heat, heat the olive oil and sauté minced garlic cloves until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

  2. 6

    Combine Ingredients

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

  3. 7

    Simmer Sauce

    Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, reduce the heat to low, and let it cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Frying the Mozzarella Sticks

  1. 8

    Heat Oil

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

  2. 9

    Fry Mozzarella Sticks

    Carefully add the frozen mozzarella sticks to the hot oil in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

  3. 10

    Serve

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

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