Description
Crispy golden Homemade Mozzarella Sticks deliver a cheesy delight that melts hearts with each crunchy bite. Perfectly breaded and fried, these Italian-inspired appetizers will make you the star of any gathering.
Ingredients
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Cheese and Coating:
- 16 oz mozzarella cheese block
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
Breading Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Frying Ingredients:
- 4 cups vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (for additional greasing)
Instructions
- Slice the mozzarella block into uniform rectangular sticks, approximately 4 inches long and 1/2 inch thick, ensuring consistent sizing for even cooking.
- Prepare three separate shallow dishes: one with flour seasoned with salt, pepper, and oregano; another with beaten eggs; and the third with a mixture of breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese.
- Individually coat each mozzarella stick first in the seasoned flour, shaking off excess to create a light, even layer.
- Dip the floured cheese stick into the beaten eggs, ensuring complete coverage and allowing excess to drip off.
- Roll the egg-coated stick in the breadcrumb-parmesan mixture, pressing gently to create a thick, adherent coating.
- Place the breaded cheese sticks on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for 30 minutes to help the coating set and prevent cheese from melting too quickly during frying.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep, heavy-bottomed pot to 375°F, using a thermometer for precise temperature control.
- Carefully lower the frozen mozzarella sticks into the hot oil, working in small batches to maintain oil temperature and prevent overcrowding.
- Fry for 2-3 minutes, rotating occasionally, until the exterior turns golden brown and crispy while the cheese remains melted inside.
- Remove the sticks using a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
- Let cool for 2-3 minutes before serving to prevent burning and allow the cheese to set slightly.
- Serve immediately with marinara sauce or preferred dipping condiment.
Notes
- Freeze the mozzarella sticks for at least 30 minutes before frying to prevent cheese from leaking out during cooking.
- Use low-moisture mozzarella for the best texture and to minimize oil splattering when frying.
- Double-coat the cheese sticks by repeating the egg and breadcrumb dredging for an extra crispy, thick exterior.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour and use gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed pork rinds.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 5-6 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 522
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 823 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 21 g
- Cholesterol: 186 mg