Jul 14 2026
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Mozzarella Sticks Recipe

Inspired by Giuseppe's
Time1h
Serves4

Eight sticks served with tomato sauce.

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Ingredients

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Cheese Sticks

Tomato Sauce

Method

Cheese Sticks Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Breading Station

    Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.

  2. 2

    Bread the Mozzarella Sticks

    Take a mozzarella stick, dredge it in flour, dip it in the beaten eggs, then coat it with the breadcrumb mixture. Repeat for all mozzarella sticks.

  3. 3

    Chill the Sticks

    Place the breaded mozzarella sticks on a baking sheet and freeze for at least 30 minutes to firm up.

Tomato Sauce Preparation

  1. 4

    Prepare the Sauce

    In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Stir in crushed tomatoes, basil, salt, and sugar. Simmer for about 10 minutes.

Frying

  1. 5

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep frying pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  2. 6

    Fry the Cheese Sticks

    Carefully add the frozen mozzarella sticks to the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.

  3. 7

    Drain and Serve

    Remove the fried mozzarella sticks from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot with tomato sauce.

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