Crispy Fried Mozzarella Sticks
Indulge in the ultimate appetizer with these Crispy Fried Mozzarella Sticks, perfectly golden on the outside and oozing with melted cheese on the inside. This easy-to-follow recipe features a double-coating method with seasoned flour, Italian-style breadcrumbs, and a hint of garlic powder for an extra flavorful crunch. Freezing the breaded sticks beforehand ensures the cheese stays intact while frying, making each bite irresistibly gooey. In just 30 minutes of prep and cook time, you'll have restaurant-quality mozzarella sticks ready to impress your family and friends. Pair these crowd-pleasers with marinara sauce for a classic dipping experience! Perfect for game days, parties, or as a quick snack, these homemade mozzarella sticks are the ultimate comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces mozzarella cheese sticks
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1.5 cups Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 4 cups vegetable oil
Instructions
Start by preparing a breading station with three shallow dishes. In the first dish, combine the flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
In the second dish, beat the eggs along with 1 tablespoon of water until well combined.
In the third dish, place the Italian-style breadcrumbs.
Take each mozzarella stick and coat it thoroughly in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess flour.
Dip the floured cheese stick into the beaten eggs, ensuring it is fully coated.
Then roll the cheese stick in the breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere the crumbs to the entire surface.
For extra crispiness, repeat the egg dipping and breadcrumb rolling steps for a second coating.
Place the breaded mozzarella sticks on a baking sheet and freeze for at least 1 hour. Freezing ensures the cheese remains contained while frying.
When ready to cook, heat the vegetable oil in a deep heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Carefully fry the mozzarella sticks in small batches for about 1 to 2 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, turning occasionally.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried mozzarella sticks from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve immediately with marinara sauce for dipping, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
9606 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 902.2 g | 1157% | |
| Saturated Fat | 152.6 g | 763% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 537.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 5266 mg | 229% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 352.2 g | 128% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.2 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.3 g | ||
| Protein | 102.6 g | 205% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 231 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 17.0 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 594 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
