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Ingredients
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Mozzarella Sticks Ingredients
Method
Directions for Mozzarella Sticks
- 1
Prepare the Cheese
Take the mozzarella cheese sticks out of the packaging and place them on a plate. If desired, you can freeze them for about 30 minutes to make them firmer for breading.
- 2
Set Up Breading Station
In three separate shallow bowls, place the flour in the first bowl, beat the eggs in the second bowl, and mix the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper in the third bowl.
- 3
Bread the Cheese Sticks
Coat each mozzarella stick in flour, shaking off any excess. Dip it into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off, then coat it in the breadcrumb mixture. Press the breadcrumbs onto the stick to ensure it is well-coated. Repeat this for all cheese sticks.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can test if the oil is ready by dropping in a breadcrumb; it should sizzle immediately.
- 5
Fry the Mozzarella Sticks
Carefully add a few mozzarella sticks to the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pot. Fry them for about 2-3 minutes or until they are golden brown and the cheese is melted inside. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- 6
Serve
Arrange the fried mozzarella sticks on a serving platter and serve hot with marinara sauce for dipping.