Description
Mozzarella Sticks bring irresistible Italian comfort straight to your kitchen, melding golden-brown crunch with molten cheese goodness. Cheese lovers will devour these crispy, gooey delights that promise pure indulgence in every delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Dairy:
- 250 grams (8.8 ounces) mozzarella cheese
Main Coating Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (Italian-style)
Seasonings:
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Arrange three shallow dishes: first with flour, second with whisked eggs, third with seasoned breadcrumbs incorporating garlic powder, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Individually dredge mozzarella sticks through flour, eliminating excess, then immerse in egg wash, and thoroughly roll in herbed breadcrumb mixture, ensuring complete coverage.
- Transfer coated cheese sticks onto parchment-lined tray, positioning them with space between each piece, then transfer to freezer for approximately 25-30 minutes to solidify breading.
- Prepare deep frying vessel, heating vegetable oil to precisely 180°C, monitoring temperature with cooking thermometer for consistent results.
- Carefully lower chilled mozzarella sticks into hot oil, working in small batches to maintain oil temperature, frying until exterior transforms into crispy golden-brown shell, approximately 1.5-2 minutes.
- Extract fried cheese sticks using perforated utensil, allowing excess oil to drain onto absorbent paper towels, preserving crispness.
- Plate immediately alongside marinara sauce or preferred dipping accompaniment, serving while cheese remains delicately molten and exterior maintains satisfying crunch.
Notes
- Prevent cheese leakage by freezing sticks thoroughly before frying, ensuring a crispy exterior and melted interior without breaking.
- Select high-moisture mozzarella for a gooey center, preferably low-moisture block cheese that holds shape during cooking.
- Experiment with alternative coatings like panko breadcrumbs or crushed cornflakes for extra crunch and unique texture variations.
- Consider gluten-free alternatives by substituting regular flour with almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs for those with dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg