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Ingredients
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Ingredients for Fried Mozzarella Sticks
Method
Preparation
Prepare the Cheese Sticks
Unwrap the string cheese sticks and set them aside.
Set Up Dredging Stations
In a shallow dish, place the all-purpose flour. In a second shallow dish, whisk the eggs until well beaten. In a third shallow dish, mix the breadcrumbs, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Breading the Cheese Sticks
Dredge the Cheese Sticks
Take each cheese stick and coat it in the flour, shaking off any excess. Dip it into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off, and then roll it in the breadcrumb mixture to fully coat. Repeat this process for all cheese sticks.
Chill the Coated Sticks
Place the breaded cheese sticks on a baking sheet and freeze for at least 30 minutes to help the coating adhere during frying.
Frying
Fry the Cheese Sticks
Carefully add a few cheese sticks to the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pot. Fry them for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown, turning occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Serving
Serve with Marinara Sauce
Arrange the fried mozzarella sticks on a serving platter and serve hot with marinara sauce on the side for dipping.