Fried Mozzarella Cheese Recipe
Battered mozzarella cheese deep fried and served with marinara sauce. 30 pieces.
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Ingredients
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Cheese
Batter
Oil for frying
Marinara Sauce
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cut the Mozzarella
Slice the mozzarella cheese into 1-inch sticks, ensuring they are evenly cut for consistent frying.
- 2
Prepare the Batter
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. Gradually add the egg mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until smooth.
Frying
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Batter the Cheese Sticks
Dip each mozzarella stick in the batter, ensuring they are fully coated. Allow any excess batter to drip off.
- 5
Fry the Cheese Sticks
Carefully place the battered mozzarella sticks into the hot oil in batches. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serving
- 6
Serve with Marinara
Arrange the fried mozzarella sticks on a serving plate and serve hot with marinara sauce for dipping.