Mozzarella Sticks Recipe

Name: Mo Brady's Steakhouses Mozzarella Sticks Recipe
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 12 sticks String cheese (mozzarella sticks); 1 cup All-purpose flour; 2 large Eggs; 2 cups Breadcrumbs (Italian or plain); 1 tsp Garlic powder; 1 tsp Onion powder; 0.5 tsp Salt; 0.5 tsp Black pepper; 4 cups Oil for frying; 15 oz Canned crushed tomatoes; 1 tbs Olive oil; 2 cloves Garlic (minced); 1 tsp Dried oregano; 0.5 tsp Salt; 0.5 tsp Black pepper; 2 tbs Fresh basil (chopped)

Inspired by Mo Brady's Steakhouse

Time1h

Serves6

Served with marinara sauce.

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Ingredients

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For the Mozzarella Sticks

12 sticks String cheese (mozzarella sticks)

1 cup 00 bread flour

2 large Eggs

2 cups Breadcrumbs (Italian or plain)

1 tsp Watkins garlic powder

1 tsp Onion powder

1/2 tsp Celtic sea salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

4 cups Oil for frying

For the Marinara Sauce

15 oz Canned crushed tomatoes

1 tbs olive oil

2 cloves Garlic (minced)

1 tsp Dried oregano

1/2 tsp Celtic sea salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

2 tbs Fresh basil (chopped)

Method

For the Mozzarella Sticks

Prepare the Cheese

Unwrap the string cheese and cut each stick in half to make 24 shorter sticks.

Set Up Breading Station

In three separate bowls, arrange the flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

Bread the Cheese Sticks

Dredge each mozzarella stick in flour, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally coat with breadcrumbs. Make sure they are evenly coated.

Chill the Sticks

Place the breaded mozzarella sticks on a baking sheet and freeze for at least 30 minutes to help them hold their shape while frying.

Heat the Oil

In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Fry the Cheese Sticks

Carefully add the frozen mozzarella sticks to the hot oil in batches, frying for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

For the Marinara Sauce

Sauté the Garlic

In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add Tomatoes and Seasonings

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer.

Simmer the Sauce

Reduce the heat and let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.

Finish with Fresh Basil

Stir in fresh basil right before serving for added flavor.