Description
Mozzarella sticks are a delicious and cheesy snack that are perfect for parties or as a tasty appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound mozzarella cheese, cut into sticks
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 cups breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the mozzarella sticks by cutting the cheese into uniform sticks.
- Set up a breading station with three bowls: one for flour, one for beaten eggs, and one for breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each mozzarella stick first in the flour, then in the beaten eggs, and finally coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place the breaded mozzarella sticks on a baking sheet and freeze for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the mozzarella sticks in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot with marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add some grated Parmesan cheese to the breadcrumb mixture.
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying to prevent the cheese from leaking out.
- These can be baked in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for a healthier option, but they won’t be as crispy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 sticks
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Mozzarella Sticks, Snack, Appetizer, Cheese