Mozzarella Sticks Recipe
Served with marinara sauce.
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Ingredients
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Mozzarella Sticks
Marinara Sauce
Method
Preparing the Mozzarella Sticks
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Bread the Cheese Sticks
Take each mozzarella stick and first coat it in flour, shaking off the excess. Then dip it into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off. Finally, roll the stick in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to adhere. Repeat for all mozzarella sticks.
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Chill the Sticks
Place the breaded mozzarella sticks on a baking sheet and freeze for at least 30 minutes to help the coating adhere better during frying.
Frying the Mozzarella Sticks
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Fry the Sticks
Carefully add the frozen mozzarella sticks to the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown, turning occasionally for even cooking.
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Drain and Serve
Using a slotted spoon, remove the mozzarella sticks from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot with marinara sauce.
Making the Marinara Sauce
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Combine Ingredients
Add the canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, and sugar to the saucepan. Stir well to combine.
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Simmer Sauce
Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. If desired, add red pepper flakes and fresh basil before serving.