Fried Mozzarella
Crispy, gooey, and irresistibly addictive, these Fried Mozzarella Sticks are a crowd-pleasing appetizer or snack that's perfect for any occasion! Coated in a delicious blend of Italian-style breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and oregano, each mozzarella stick delivers a satisfying crunch followed by a melty, cheesy center. The double-coating method ensures an extra-crispy exterior, while freezing the sticks before frying keeps the cheese intact during cooking. Paired with a tangy marinara sauce for dipping, these golden-brown bites are both decadent and easy to make in just 30 minutes. Perfect for game days, parties, or indulgent movie nights, this recipe will make your kitchen the ultimate snack destination!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Mozzarella cheese sticks
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 2 cups Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 4 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1 cup Marinara sauce (for serving, optional)
Instructions
Unpack the mozzarella cheese sticks and place them on a plate. Freeze the sticks for at least 30 minutes to prevent them from melting too quickly when fried.
Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes. In the first dish, add the flour. In the second dish, whisk together the eggs and milk. In the third dish, combine the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, oregano, and salt.
Coat one mozzarella stick at a time by dredging it first in the flour, ensuring it’s fully covered. Then dip it into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off, and finally coat it in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure the coating sticks well.
For an extra crispy coating, repeat the egg and breadcrumb steps to double coat each stick.
Place the coated mozzarella sticks on a baking sheet and repeat the process for all remaining sticks. Once coated, put the baking sheet in the freezer for another 15-20 minutes to help the coating adhere better.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep saucepan or fryer over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Test the oil with a small piece of bread—if it sizzles and turns golden brown, the oil is ready.
Carefully add 3-4 mozzarella sticks to the hot oil at a time, taking care not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 1-2 minutes, turning occasionally with tongs, until golden brown and crispy all over.
Remove the fried sticks with a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Repeat the frying process with the remaining sticks. Serve immediately while hot, with marinara sauce on the side for dipping if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
11298 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 1043.6 g | 1338% | |
| Saturated Fat | 186.1 g | 930% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 455 mg | 152% | |
| Sodium | 8103 mg | 352% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 426.0 g | 155% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.7 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.5 g | ||
| Protein | 147.7 g | 295% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 1282 mg | 99% | |
| Iron | 22.1 mg | 123% | |
| Potassium | 1508 mg | 32% | |
*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.
