Description
Crispy mozzarella sticks are the ultimate crowd-pleaser! With their golden, crunchy coating and stretchy, gooey cheese center, they’re a perfect snack for movie nights, parties, or simply indulging at home. Paired with marinara sauce or your favorite creamy dip, these homemade delights are sure to impress your family and friends while bringing back memories of carefree gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese (cut into sticks)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Marinara sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Cut mozzarella into thick sticks (about 1 inch wide).
- Set up three bowls: one with flour seasoned with salt and pepper, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko mixed with Italian seasoning.
- Dip each cheese stick first in flour, then egg, followed by breadcrumbs. Press firmly to coat.
- Freeze the coated sticks for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- Fry mozzarella sticks in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 sticks (90g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 120mg