Jul 13 2026
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Mozzarella Sticks Recipe

Inspired by The Firehouse Grill
Time1h
Serves4

Deep-fried mozzarella cheese 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. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Gather all ingredients and set up a breading station with three shallow bowls. Place flour in the first bowl, beaten eggs in the second bowl, and a mixture of breadcrumbs, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper in the third bowl.

  2. 2

    Bread the Cheese Sticks

    Dip each mozzarella stick first into the flour, ensuring it is fully coated. Then, dip it into the beaten eggs, allowing excess to drip off. Finally, coat it with the breadcrumb mixture. Repeat with all mozzarella sticks.

  3. 3

    Freeze the Sticks

    Place the breaded mozzarella sticks on a baking sheet and freeze for at least 30 minutes. This helps the cheese to firm up and prevents it from melting too quickly during frying.

  4. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a large pot or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to check the temperature for accuracy.

  5. 5

    Fry the Mozzarella Sticks

    Carefully add a few mozzarella sticks to the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and drain on paper towels.

For the Marinara Sauce

  1. 6

    Prepare the Marinara Sauce

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

  2. 7

    Add Tomatoes and Seasonings

    Add the canned crushed tomatoes, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar to the saucepan. Stir well to combine.

  3. 8

    Simmer the Sauce

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

  4. 9

    Serve

    Once the mozzarella sticks are fried and the marinara sauce is ready, serve the sticks hot with the sauce on the side for dipping.

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