Mozzarella Sticks Recipe
Breaded mozzarella cheese sticks served with marinara sauce.
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Ingredients
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For the Mozzarella Sticks
For the Marinara Sauce
Method
For the Mozzarella Sticks
- 1
Prepare the Cheese
Cut each mozzarella cheese stick in half if desired, to create shorter sticks.
- 2
- 3
Bread the Cheese Sticks
Dip each mozzarella stick first in the flour, shaking off the excess, then in the beaten eggs, and finally in the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring they are well coated. Repeat for all cheese sticks.
- 4
Chill the Coated Sticks
Place the breaded mozzarella sticks on a baking sheet and freeze for at least 30 minutes to help the coating adhere during frying.
- 5
- 6
Fry the Cheese Sticks
Carefully add the frozen mozzarella sticks to the hot oil in batches, frying until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes on each side. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
For the Marinara Sauce
- 7
- 8
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes, and add dried basil, salt, sugar, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
- 9
Simmer the Sauce
Bring the sauce to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 10
Adjust Seasoning
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with extra salt or sugar if needed.