Ingredients
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- 12 mozzarella cheese sticks
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Oil for frying
- Marinara sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Prep the Cheese:
- Freeze mozzarella sticks for about 30 minutes to firm them up. This step is crucial to prevent the cheese from melting too quickly during frying.
- Set Up Breading Station:
- Prepare three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder.
- Bread the Sticks:
- Dip each cheese stick first in flour, then in egg, and finally in the breadcrumb mixture. For extra crunch and a thicker coating, repeat the egg and breadcrumb steps.
- Heat Oil:
- In a deep skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Ensure the oil is hot enough by dropping a small piece of breadcrumb into it; it should sizzle immediately.
- Fry:
- Carefully add the breaded sticks to the oil. Fry for 1-2 minutes until golden brown, flipping halfway through to ensure even cooking. Avoid overcrowding the skillet to maintain the oil temperature.
- Drain:
- Remove the fried mozzarella sticks and place them on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
- Serve:
- Enjoy the mozzarella sticks hot with a side of marinara sauce for dipping!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: one normal portion
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g