Fried Cheese (5) Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Cheese
Cut the cheese into sticks or cubes, approximately 1/2 inch thick. If using mozzarella, you can also use string cheese for convenience.
- 2
Breading the Cheese
- 3
Coat the Cheese
Take a piece of cheese and dip it into the flour, ensuring it is coated evenly. Shake off any excess flour.
- 4
Dip in Egg
Next, dip the floured cheese into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess egg to drip off.
- 5
Finish with Breadcrumbs
Finally, roll the cheese in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure the breadcrumbs adhere well. Repeat this process for all cheese pieces.
Frying
- 6
- 7
Fry the Cheese
Carefully add the breaded cheese pieces to the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
- 8
Drain Excess Oil
Once fried, remove the cheese pieces from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
Serving
- 9
Serve Hot
Serve the fried cheese immediately while hot, with your favorite dipping sauce on the side, such as marinara, ranch, or honey.