Fried Mozzarella Sticks Recipe
Served with a side of marinara or ranch.
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Ingredients
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Cheese and Coating
Frying
Dipping Sauces
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Cheese Sticks
Unwrap the mozzarella cheese sticks and place them on a plate. Freeze for at least 1 hour to firm them up, which helps prevent melting during frying.
- 2
Set Up Breading Station
Prepare a breading station by placing the flour in one shallow dish, beaten eggs in another, and the breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper in a third dish.
Breading
- 3
Coat the Cheese Sticks
Take a frozen mozzarella cheese stick and coat it in flour, shaking off any excess. Dip it into the beaten eggs, allowing the excess to drip off, then roll it in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Repeat for all cheese sticks.
- 4
Double Coat for Extra Crunch
For extra crunch, dip the breaded cheese sticks back into the egg and roll them in breadcrumbs again. This will create a thicker coating.
Frying
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a deep skillet or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can test if the oil is ready by dropping a small piece of bread into it; if it sizzles and browns quickly, the oil is hot enough.
- 6
Fry the Cheese Sticks
Carefully place the breaded mozzarella sticks into the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, turning occasionally for even cooking.
- 7
Drain and Cool
Once cooked, remove the mozzarella sticks from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Serving
- 8
Serve with Dipping Sauces
Serve the fried mozzarella sticks hot with a side of marinara sauce and ranch dressing for dipping.
