Mozzarella Sticks Recipe
Breaded and fried mozzarella 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
Prepare the Cheese
Cut each mozzarella stick in half to create shorter sticks, if desired. This will make them easier to handle after frying.
- 2
Set Up Breading Station
In three separate shallow bowls, place the flour in the first, whisk the eggs in the second, and combine the breadcrumbs, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper in the third.
- 3
Bread the Cheese
Dredge each mozzarella stick in flour, shaking off excess. Then dip it into the beaten eggs, allowing excess to drip off. Finally, coat it in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere the breadcrumbs to the cheese. Place the breaded sticks on a baking sheet.
- 4
Chill the Sticks
Cover the breaded mozzarella sticks with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 30 minutes. This helps them hold their shape while frying.
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Fry the Mozzarella Sticks
Carefully add a few cheese sticks to the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown, turning occasionally for even cooking. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
For the Marinara Sauce
- 7
- 8
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, dried basil, salt, sugar, and black pepper. Bring the sauce to a simmer.
- 9
Simmer the Sauce
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
- 10
Serve
Once the mozzarella sticks are fried and the marinara sauce is ready, serve the hot mozzarella sticks with the marinara sauce on the side for dipping.