Mozzarella Sticks
Mozzarella Sticks have been a popular appetizer in restaurants for years. If people only knew how easy they are to make!
Mozzarella Sticks are loved for their crispy exterior and gooey, melted cheese interior. They are served hot, often accompanied by dipping sauces such as marinara, Ranch or garlic sauce. They are found at casual restaurants, pubs and parties. Making mozzarella sticks at home involves coating cheese sticks with seasoned bread crumbs, frying until golden brown, and serving immediately for the best gooey texture.
Mozzarella Sticks
Mozzarella Sticks have been a popular appetizer in restaurants for years. If people only knew how easy they are to make!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Total Time: 11 minutes
- Yield: Varies
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
1 pound mozzarella sticks (string cheese) or brick mozzarella
2 eggs, beaten
1/4 cup water
1 1/2 cups Italian bread crumbs
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup cornstarch
Vegetable oil (for deep frying)
Instructions
- If using brick-form mozzarella, cut the cheese into finger-size sticks.
- Beat the eggs with water and set aside.
- Mix bread crumbs, garlic salt and Italian seasoning and set aside.
- Blend flour with cornstarch and set aside.
- Heat vegetable oil to 360 degrees F.
- Dip cheese into flour, then into egg wash and then coat with bread crumbs. Place carefully in hot oil and fry until golden. This takes just a few seconds so watch carefully. When golden, remove from hot oil and drain.
- Serve with your favorite spaghetti sauce.
Notes
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