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Crispy Homemade Mozzarella Sticks

Crispy Homemade Mozzarella Sticks That Everyone Will Love

Delight in these Crispy Homemade Mozzarella Sticks, a customizable, quick-prep appetizer that everyone will love.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Freezing Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 sticks
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Coating
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour for gluten-free, use gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder fresh garlic can be used with adjustments
  • 2 large eggs flax eggs are a vegan option that may alter texture
  • 2 cups Panko breadcrumbs substitute with gluten-free Panko or crushed cornflakes
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning try a mix of dried basil, oregano, and thyme if needed
For the Mozzarella Sticks
  • 12 ounces low-moisture mozzarella cheese string cheese works if cut appropriately
  • 2 cups vegetable oil canola or peanut oil can be used, avoid olive oil
For Dipping
  • 1 cup homemade marinara store-bought marinara or spicy mayo make good substitutes

Equipment

  • Deep fryer
  • shallow bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • thermometer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Coating Stations by setting up three shallow bowls: mix all-purpose flour, sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder in the first bowl; beat eggs in the second; combine Panko breadcrumbs with Italian seasoning in the third.
  2. Coat Mozzarella Sticks by dipping each stick into the flour mixture, then into the eggs, and finally rolling in the seasoned Panko breadcrumbs.
  3. Freeze Coated Sticks by arranging them on a baking sheet and placing in the freezer for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Heat Oil by pouring vegetable oil into a deep fryer or large pot and heat to 375°F (190°C).
  5. Fry Sticks by carefully adding sticks to the hot oil, frying for about 30 seconds on each side until golden brown.
  6. Serve Immediately with a bowl of homemade marinara for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stickCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Freezing the coated sticks is essential to prevent the cheese from melting too quickly during frying. Use a thermometer to check oil temperature.

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