Description
Crispy and gooey mozzarella sticks perfect for snacking, game days, or family gatherings.
Ingredients
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- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups Panko breadcrumbs
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 12 ounces low moisture mozzarella cheese (cut into 3-inch x ¾ inch sticks or use string cheese cut in half)
- Homemade marinara, for dipping
- 1 quart vegetable oil
Instructions
- Mix the dry ingredients: In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- Beat the eggs: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth and set aside.
- Combine the Panko: In yet another bowl, mix together the Panko breadcrumbs and Italian seasoning.
- Coat the mozzarella sticks: Take each mozzarella stick and first coat it in the flour mixture. Next, dip it into the eggs, and finally roll it in the Panko mixture until fully covered.
- Freeze: Place the coated sticks on a baking sheet and freeze them for at least 30 minutes.
- Fry the sticks: Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or a large pot to 375°F (190°C). Fry the mozzarella sticks in batches for about 30 seconds per side or until they’re golden brown.
- Drain and serve: Once fried, drain the sticks on paper towels to absorb excess oil. Serve them hot with marinara sauce.
Notes
For extra crunch, consider double dipping the mozzarella sticks in the egg and Panko after the first coat. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 2-3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 sticks
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: mozzarella sticks, snacks, appetizers, cheesy snacks