Mozzarella Sticks Recipe
Fresh mozzarella breaded and fried served with marinara sauce.
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Ingredients
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Cheese
Breading
Frying
Dipping Sauce
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cut the Mozzarella
Slice the fresh mozzarella cheese into sticks, approximately 1/2 inch thick and 3 inches long.
- 2
Set up Breading Station
In three separate shallow bowls, prepare the breading station: one with all-purpose flour, another with beaten eggs, and the last with a mixture of breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Breading
- 3
Bread the Cheese Sticks
Take each mozzarella stick and coat it in flour, shaking off the excess. Dip it into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess egg to drip off, then roll it in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Repeat for all cheese sticks.
- 4
Chill the Coated Sticks
Place the breaded mozzarella sticks on a baking sheet and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to help the breading adhere during frying.
Frying
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Fry the Mozzarella Sticks
Carefully add the chilled mozzarella sticks to the hot oil in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- 7
Drain and Serve
Remove the fried mozzarella sticks with a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot with marinara sauce for dipping.
