Crispy Mozzarella Sticks
These Crispy Mozzarella Sticks are a deliciously cheesy appetizer, perfect for parties or movie nights. Coated in a seasoned breadcrumb mixture and fried to golden perfection, they offer a delightful crunch with every bite. Serve them hot with marinara sauce or your favorite dipping sauce for an irresistible treat!
Preparation Time:
30 min
Difficulty:
Novice
Ingredients:
- 100g of mozzarella cheese
- 50g of all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 100g of breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
Kitchen Tools Needed:
- Baking sheet
- Mixing bowl
- Deep fryer or frying pan
- Tongs
- Serving plate
Instructions:
- Preheat your deep fryer or a frying pan with about 2 inches of vegetable oil over medium heat.
- While the oil is heating, cut the mozzarella cheese into sticks about 1 cm wide.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the egg until frothy and set aside.
- On a plate, combine the flour, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Dredge each mozzarella stick in the flour mixture, then dip it into the egg, and finally coat it with breadcrumbs, pressing gently to ensure the crumbs stick.
- Once the oil is hot, carefully lower the coated mozzarella sticks into the oil using tongs, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
- Fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes, turning occasionally. Remove with tongs and place on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot with marinara sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.
Macros (per serving):
- Total Calories: 400 kcal
- Carbs: 34g
- Proteins: 28g
- Fats: 20g
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