Mozzarella Sticks
Experience the delight of homemade mozzarella sticks, a crispy, cheesy appetizer perfect for any occasion. Learn how to whip up these crowd-pleasers, dive into their history, and overcome the recipe's complexities with ease.
- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- 10 min
- Yield
- 6 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 500 g Mozzarella Cheese (block)
- 50 g Plain Flour
- 1/2 Salt (adjust to taste )
- 1/2 Garlic Powder
- 2 Eggs
- 150 g Breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
Instructions
- 1
Cut the mozzarella cheese block into 4cm x 1cm thin sticks.
- 2
Pour the flour into a bowl with salt and garlic powder and mix together.
- 3
In a separate bowl, crack the eggs and whisk.
- 4
In a third bowl, pour the breadcrumb and Italian seasoning and mix.
- 5
Dredge the mozzarella sticks in the flour, shake off any excess flour, then dip into the egg and then press into the breadcrumbs to coat properly.
- 6
Set aside on parchment paper and freeze for 2 hours.
- 7
Fill a large pot with vegetable oil and heat up over a medium high heat.
- 8
Working in batches, fry the mozzarella, turning frequently until it is golden brown, around 2–3 mins. Transfer to a plate lined with a paper towel.
- 9
Fry the sticks until golden brown.
- 10
Serve hot and enjoy with marinara sauce.