Mozzarella Sticks Recipe
Big Stick Willy's - giant, thick-cut mozzarella sticks (12 per order)
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Ingredients
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Cheese Preparation
Breading Mixture
Frying
Serving
Method
Cheese Preparation
- 1
Cut the Cheese
Slice the mozzarella cheese into thick sticks, approximately 1 inch in width and 4 inches in length.
- 2
Chill the Cheese
Place the cut mozzarella sticks on a plate and freeze them for about 30 minutes to firm up.
Breading Mixture
- 3
Prepare the Breading Stations
In one shallow dish, add the flour. In a second shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and milk. In a third shallow dish, combine breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- 4
Frying
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a deep fryer or large pot, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Fry the Mozzarella Sticks
Carefully add a few cheese sticks to the hot oil, frying them in batches. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown, turning occasionally. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Serving
- 7
Serve
Arrange the mozzarella sticks on a serving platter and serve hot with marinara sauce on the side for dipping.
