Jul 14 2026
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Mozzarella Sticks Recipe

Inspired by Woody’s Roadside Biloxi
Time1h
Serves4

Breaded mozzarella cheese served with marinara sauce.

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Ingredients

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For the Mozzarella Sticks

For the Marinara Sauce

Method

Preparing the Mozzarella Sticks

  1. 1

    Set Up the Breading Station

    In three separate shallow bowls, place the flour in the first bowl, beat the eggs in the second bowl, and mix the bread crumbs with garlic powder, dried Italian herbs, salt, and black pepper in the third bowl.

  2. 2

    Bread the Mozzarella Sticks

    Take a mozzarella stick, coat it in the flour, then dip it into the beaten eggs, and finally roll it in the seasoned bread crumbs. Ensure the cheese is completely covered. Repeat this process for all mozzarella sticks.

  3. 3

    Chill the Mozzarella Sticks

    Place the breaded mozzarella sticks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze for at least 30 minutes. This helps to prevent the cheese from melting too quickly while frying.

Frying the Mozzarella Sticks

  1. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  2. 5

    Fry the Mozzarella 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 and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.

Preparing the Marinara Sauce

  1. 6

    Sauté the Garlic

    In a saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic cloves and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

  2. 7

    Cook the Sauce

    Add the canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, and sugar to the saucepan. Stir well and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Adjust seasoning with black pepper.

Serving the Dish

  1. 8

    Serve the Mozzarella Sticks

    Arrange the fried mozzarella sticks on a serving platter and serve hot with the marinara sauce on the side for dipping.

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