Crispy Fried Mozzarella Sticks: The Ultimate Guide

• portionen: 4 servings
• aktive zeit: 30 minutes
• gesamtzeit: 1 hour 10 minutes

Zutaten

1 pound (16 oz) block of mozzarella cheese

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

2 large eggs

1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably Italian)

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Vegetable oil, for frying

Marinara sauce, for dipping

Anweisungen

Start by cutting your block of mozzarella cheese into sticks. Aim for about 1/2 inch wide and 3-4 inches long. This size is perfect for achieving that gooey melt without the cheese spilling out during frying.

You’ll need three separate shallow bowls for this part:Flour Mixture: In one bowl, combine 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper. Mix well.Egg Wash: In another bowl, beat 2 large eggs until well combined.Breadcrumb Mixture: In a third bowl, mix 1 cup of breadcrumbs with 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese.

Dredge: Start by dredging each cheese stick in the flour mixture. Ensure the stick is fully coated and shake off any excess flour.Dip: Next, dip the floured cheese stick into the egg wash. Allow any excess egg to drip off.Coat: Finally, coat the cheese stick with the breadcrumb mixture. Press gently to make sure the breadcrumbs stick well.

For an even crunchier exterior, repeat the process: dredge the cheese stick in the egg wash again and then coat it with breadcrumbs for a second time.

Place the coated cheese sticks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Freeze them for at least 30 minutes. Freezing helps the cheese hold its shape during frying and prevents it from melting out too quickly.

In a deep skillet or frying pan, heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to ensure the oil is hot enough for frying.

Carefully add a few cheese sticks to the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 1-2 minutes, or until the sticks are golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to remove the sticks and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Serve your fried mozzarella sticks hot with marinara sauce for dipping. Enjoy the crispy, golden coating and the deliciously gooey cheese inside!

Nährwertangaben

• Kalorien: 300 cal