Mozzarella Stix Recipe
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Ingredients
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Cheese Preparation
Breading Mixture
Frying
Serving
Method
Cheese Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Cheese
Take the mozzarella cheese sticks out of the packaging and place them on a plate. For best results, freeze the cheese sticks for at least 30 minutes to prevent them from melting too quickly while frying.
Breading Mixture
- 2
Prepare the Breading Stations
Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls. In the first bowl, add the all-purpose flour. In the second bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. In the third bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
Bread the Cheese Sticks
Take a frozen mozzarella stick and coat it lightly in flour, shaking off any excess. Then dip it into the egg mixture, ensuring it is fully coated. Finally, roll it in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing down gently to adhere the breadcrumbs to the cheese. Repeat this process for all the cheese sticks.
Frying
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep skillet or a heavy-bottomed pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). To test if the oil is hot enough, drop a small piece of breadcrumb into the oil; it should sizzle immediately.
- 5
Fry the Cheese Sticks
Carefully place a few breaded mozzarella sticks into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry them for about 1-2 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to remove them from the oil and drain on paper towels.
Serving
- 6
Serve
Serve the mozzarella sticks hot with a side of marinara sauce for dipping.