Mozzarella Sticks Recipe

Name: Not Your Average Joe's - Nashuas Mozzarella Sticks Recipe
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 12 sticks Mozzarella cheese sticks; 1 cup All-purpose flour; 2 large Eggs; 2 cups Breadcrumbs (preferably Italian-style); 1 tsp Garlic powder; 1 tsp Salt; 0.5 tsp Black pepper; 2 cups Vegetable oil; 1 can (15 oz) Canned crushed tomatoes; 1 tbs Olive oil; 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced; 1 tsp Dried oregano; 0.5 tsp Salt; 0.25 tsp Black pepper; 2 tbs Fresh basil, chopped (optional)

Inspired by Not Your Average Joe's - Nashua

Time1h

Serves4

Crispy mozzarella sticks served with marinara sauce.

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Ingredients

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For the Mozzarella Sticks

12 sticks Mozzarella cheese sticks

1 cup 00 bread flour

2 large Eggs

2 cups Breadcrumbs (preferably Italian-style)

1 tsp Watkins garlic powder

1 tsp Celtic sea salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

2 cups Tuscany sunflower oil

For the Marinara Sauce

1 can (15 oz) Canned crushed tomatoes

1 tbs olive oil

2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced

1 tsp Dried oregano

1/2 tsp Celtic sea salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

2 tbs Fresh basil, chopped (optional)

Method

For the Mozzarella Sticks

Prepare the Cheese

Remove the mozzarella sticks from their packaging and freeze them for at least 30 minutes. This will help them hold their shape while frying.

Set Up Breading Station

In three separate shallow dishes, place the flour in the first dish, beat the eggs in the second dish, and mix the breadcrumbs with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in the third dish.

Bread the Cheese Sticks

Take a frozen mozzarella stick and coat it in flour, shaking off any excess. Then dip it in the beaten eggs, and finally coat it in the breadcrumb mixture. Press the breadcrumbs onto the cheese stick to ensure they adhere well. Repeat for all mozzarella sticks.

Fry the Cheese Sticks

In a large pot or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Carefully add a few mozzarella sticks to the hot oil, frying them in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

For the Marinara Sauce

Prepare the Marinara Sauce

In a saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.

Simmer the Sauce

Add the canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Stir well and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. If desired, stir in fresh chopped basil just before serving.