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Mozzarella Sticks Recipe

Irresistible Mozzarella Sticks Recipe You'll Crave Daily

This Mozzarella Sticks recipe is a quick, crowd-pleasing snack with a crispy coating and gooey cheese center.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 6 minutes
Servings: 4 sticks
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Coating
  • 12 ounces Fresh Mozzarella Cheese Cut into 1/2-inch sticks
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour For dry base
  • 2 large Large Eggs Whipped with a splash of milk
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Lightly toasted for flavor
  • 1 cup Regular Breadcrumbs Optional gluten-free
For Frying
  • Enough for frying Vegetable Oil To fully submerge sticks
For Seasoning
  • Optional Seasonings (Garlic Powder, Paprika, Italian Herbs) For varied flavor

Equipment

  • Deep pan
  • Shallow Dishes
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Slice fresh mozzarella cheese into 1/2-inch thick sticks and chill for 30 minutes.
  2. Set up a breading station with flour, egg wash, and breadcrumb mixture.
  3. Dredge each cheese stick in flour, dip into egg wash, and roll in breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Place breaded sticks on parchment-lined tray and freeze for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to 180°C (356°F).
  6. Fry mozzarella sticks in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden and crispy.
  7. Remove from oil, drain on paper towels, and serve warm with dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 3sticksCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill before frying to prevent cheese leakage. Maintain oil temperature to achieve perfect frying results.

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