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crispy mozzarella sticks

Crispy Mozzarella sticks

There's nothing quite as good as a crispy mozzarella stick, with its crunchy golden breadcrumb coating and gooey melty cheese.
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: mozzarella sticks
Servings: 4 people

Ingredients

  • 400 g mozzarella cheese cut into ½-inch thick slices
  • 180 g breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • Salt to taste

Wet batter

  • 2 large eggs whisked

For frying

  • Oil for deep frying

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Mozzarella

  • Start by cutting the mozzarella into uniform ½-inch thick slices. Set them aside while you prepare the coating stations.

Step 2: Make the Dry Coating

  • In a shallow bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, black pepper, and salt. Mix well to evenly distribute the seasonings.

Step 3: Prepare the Wet Batter

  • In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs until fully combined. This will serve as the binding agent for the breadcrumb coating.

Step 4: Coat the Mozzarella Sticks

  • Dip each mozzarella slice into the whisked eggs, ensuring it is fully coated.
  • Transfer the cheese slice into the seasoned breadcrumb mixture, pressing firmly to help the coating adhere.
  • Repeat the process by dipping the breaded mozzarella back into the egg mixture.
  • Finally, coat it again in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing down firmly to create a thick, even layer that will hold up during frying.

Step 5: Freeze the Coated Mozzarella Sticks

  • Place the coated mozzarella sticks on a tray and freeze for at least 15 minutes. This step is crucial, as it helps prevent the cheese from melting too quickly while frying.

Step 6: Fry to Perfection

  • In a deep frying pan, heat oil over medium heat until it reaches around 175°C (350°F).
  • Carefully place the frozen mozzarella sticks into the hot oil, frying in small batches to avoid overcrowding.
  • Fry for about 3 minutes on each side or until they turn golden brown and crispy.
  • Remove from oil and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 7: Serve and Enjoy

  • Serve the mozzarella sticks hot with your favorite dipping sauce, such as BBQ, ranch, or garlic aioli.
  • Making these mozzarella sticks at home is easier than you think, and the results are truly irresistible. Once you've tried them, you'll never go back to frozen store-bought versions again!