Mozzarella Sticks Recipe
Breaded mozzarella cheese sticks, fried to golden perfection.
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Ingredients
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Cheese
Breading
Frying
Serving
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cut the Mozzarella
Cut the mozzarella cheese into sticks about 4 inches long and 1 inch thick. Place them on a plate and freeze for at least 30 minutes.
Breading
- 2
Set Up Breading Station
In a shallow dish, place the flour. In a second shallow dish, beat the eggs. In a third shallow dish, combine the breadcrumbs, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
Bread the Cheese
Take each frozen mozzarella stick and first coat it in flour, then dip it in the beaten eggs, and finally roll it in the breadcrumb mixture until completely coated.
Frying
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Mozzarella Sticks
Carefully place a few mozzarella sticks into the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- 6
Drain and Serve
Remove the fried mozzarella sticks with a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot with marinara sauce.
