Description
Enjoy the golden, crunchy goodness of homemade mozzarella sticks, perfect for any gathering or cozy night in.
Ingredients
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- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons sea salt (plus more to taste)
- 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 pieces (3-inch x ¾-inch or string cheese cut in half)
- Homemade marinara, for dipping (about ½ cup)
- 1 quart vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare three shallow bowls: mix flour, 1 teaspoon sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder in Bowl 1; beat the eggs in Bowl 2; combine Panko and Italian seasoning (and optional Parmesan) in Bowl 3.
- Cut the mozzarella into specified sticks and pat dry to remove excess moisture.
- Dredge each mozzarella stick in the seasoned flour, dip in eggs, and roll in the Panko mixture. For extra crispiness, repeat the egg and Panko step.
- Place coated sticks on a baking sheet lined with parchment and freeze for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 375°F (190°C).
- Fry sticks in batches until golden brown, about 30 seconds per side. Drain on a rack or paper towels and sprinkle with salt if desired.
- Serve immediately with warm marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
Freeze uncooked sticks for up to 1 month. Maintain oil temperature for best results. Double-coating helps prevent leakage.
- Prep Time: 50 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 sticks
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 200mg