Description
Mozzarella sticks are the quintessential comfort food, boasting a crunchy golden crust and a gooey, stretchy cheese center that creates delightful cheese pulls. Perfect for parties, game nights, or simply enjoying at home, these homemade mozzarella sticks are easy to prepare and pair wonderfully with marinara sauce or your favorite dip for an irresistible snack experience.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 12 part-skim mozzarella cheese sticks
- 1 cup cooking oil (canola or vegetable)
Instructions
- Preheat oil in a deep frying pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with seasoned breadcrumbs.
- Coat each mozzarella stick in flour, dip it in egg, then roll it in breadcrumbs until fully covered.
- Fry coated sticks in batches for about 2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with marinara sauce or your preferred dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg