Fried Mozzarella Recipe

Fried Mozzarella Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the Cheese

   Cut the mozzarella cheese into sticks, each approximately 1 inch wide and 4 inches long. Place the cheese sticks on a plate and set aside.

2. 2

   Set Up Breading Station

   In three separate shallow dishes, place the all-purpose flour in the first dish, beat the eggs in the second dish, and place the breadcrumbs mixed with salt and pepper in the third dish.

3. 3

   Bread the Cheese Sticks

   Coat each mozzarella stick first in the flour, shaking off any excess. Next, dip it into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess egg to drip off. Finally, roll the stick in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure it adheres. Repeat this for all cheese sticks.

4. 4

   Heat the Oil

   In a large, deep skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can test the oil by dropping a small piece of bread into it; if it sizzles, the oil is ready.

5. 5

   Fry the Cheese Sticks

   Carefully add the breaded mozzarella sticks to the hot oil in batches. Fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to remove them from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

6. 6

   Serve

   Serve the fried mozzarella sticks hot with marinara sauce for dipping.