Best 8 Deep Fried Mozzarella Sticks Recipes

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Indulge in the crispy, gooey goodness of Deep-Fried Mozzarella Sticks, a classic appetizer or snack that's sure to tantalize your taste buds. This culinary delight combines the flavors of melted mozzarella cheese, crispy breading, and tangy marinara sauce. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey as we explore the art of crafting these golden-brown treasures, with two irresistible recipes to choose from. The first recipe offers a classic approach, using a traditional breading technique to achieve that perfect crunch. For those seeking a healthier alternative, the second recipe utilizes almond flour and panko breadcrumbs, resulting in a lighter and equally delicious version. Accompany your mozzarella sticks with a homemade marinara sauce for an authentic Italian experience.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

FRIED MOZZARELLA STICKS



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

One 8-ounce block pasteurized part-skim mozzarella
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons milk
4 large eggs
2 cups Italian breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan
About 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
1 cup warm Homemade Pizza Sauce, recipe follows
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
One 32-ounce can crushed tomatoes
1 sprig fresh basil
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • Cut the mozzarella into approximately 2-1/2-by-1/2-inch sticks (you should have about 16 sticks, depending on the shape of your mozzarella).
  • Put the flour in a small bowl. Beat the milk with the eggs in another bowl. Stir together the breadcrumbs and Parmesan in a third wide, shallow bowl.
  • Working one at a time, coat a mozzarella stick in flour and shake off the excess. Dip the stick in egg, letting the excess drip off, then add it to the breadcrumbs and roll it to coat. Dip the stick in the egg one more time, again letting the excess drip off, and roll it in a final coat of breadcrumbs. You can pat the mozzarella stick gently between your hands to smooth out the coating. Transfer the coated mozzarella stick to a platter. Repeat with the remaining mozzarella sticks. Refrigerate the mozzarella sticks until cold, about 15 minutes.
  • Heat 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 350 degrees F. Have a large brown paper bag ready for the fried sticks (they will stick to paper towels). Add half of the mozzarella sticks and fry, turning once, until golden brown on both sides, about 1 minute total. Transfer to the paper bag to drain. Return the oil to 350 degrees F (this is important, as the cheese will seep out if it is not hot enough) and fry the remaining mozzarella sticks.
  • Serve hot with Homemade Pizza Sauce on the side.
  • Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the oregano, garlic and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring, until the garlic is golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the tomatoes, basil and 1/2 teaspoon salt and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer, with the saucepan loosely covered in foil to avoid splattering and stirring occasionally, until fairly thick, 5 to 10 minutes, depending on your tomatoes. Remove the basil.

FRIED MOZZARELLA



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

12 packaged egg roll wrappers
12 pieces string cheese
Vegetable oil, for frying
1 cup store-bought marinara sauce

Steps:

  • Remove the egg roll wrappers from the package and cover them with a damp paper towel. This will keep the wrappers from drying out. Have a small glass of water ready for sealing the wrappers.
  • Place one egg roll wrapper on a cutting board. With damp fingers, moisten the outer edges of the wrapper. Place a piece of string cheese diagonally on one corner of the wrapper. Roll the cheese inside the wrapper to the halfway point and then fold the edges over the ends of cheese. Continue rolling, making sure the last corner seals. Place on a sheet pan, cover with a damp paper towel and repeat with the remaining cheese sticks.
  • Heat 1 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • While the oil is heating, warm the marinara in a saucepan over medium heat until warmed through. Place in a small serving bowl.
  • Fry the egg rolls until golden and crisp, about 1 1/2 minutes, turning regularly. Remove to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  • Serve alongside the marinara.

DEEP FRIED MOZZARELLA CHEESE STICKS



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I have been playing around with this recipe since I was a teen. I love to make these for friends and they say they are better than the restaurant version. Stacey

Provided by Stacey Sweet

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 4-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

16 ounces mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup water
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley, crushed
1/3 cup cornstarch
3 large eggs, beaten
1 1/2 cups Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
2/3 cup flour
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Mix together the eggs and water, set aside.
  • combine the Italian bread crumbs, garlic powder, dried oregano and dried parsley.
  • salt and pepper to taste.
  • in a separate container, mix flour and cornstarch.
  • cut mozzarella cheese into any desired shape, rectangle strips are traditional.
  • One at a time, dip mozarella slices into the egg mixture, then the breadcrumbs, then the flour.
  • fry sticks at 375 F until golden brown and serve with desired dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 686, Fat 31.8, SaturatedFat 16.7, Cholesterol 248.7, Sodium 1630, Carbohydrate 59.6, Fiber 3, Sugar 4.2, Protein 38.5

FRIED MOZZARELLA CHEESE STICKS



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These fried cheese sticks are very easy to prepare and sooo good. Enjoy!

Provided by NANCI RENN

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Cheese

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 eggs, beaten
¼ cup water
1 ½ cups Italian seasoned bread crumbs
½ teaspoon garlic salt
⅔ cup all-purpose flour
⅓ cup cornstarch
1 quart oil for deep frying
1 (16 ounce) package mozzarella cheese sticks

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix the eggs and water.
  • Mix the bread crumbs and garlic salt in a medium bowl. In a medium bowl, blend the flour and cornstarch.
  • In a large heavy saucepan, heat the oil to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C).
  • One at a time, coat each mozzarella stick in the flour mixture, then the egg mixture, then in the bread crumbs and finally into the oil. Fry until golden brown, about 30 seconds. Remove from heat and drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400.2 calories, Carbohydrate 29.5 g, Cholesterol 82.8 mg, Fat 22.5 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 19.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 805.5 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

FRIED MOZZARELLA CHEESE STICKS



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Make and share this Fried Mozzarella Cheese Sticks recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kim D.

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (8 ounce) package mozzarella cheese
1 cup flour
1 egg, slightly beaten
1 cup breadcrumbs
1 1/2 teaspoons oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
olive oil or vegetable shortening, for frying

Steps:

  • Cut mozzarella cheese into sticks (approximately 3*1/2*1/2-inches).
  • Place flour in one bowl, the egg in another bowl and the bread crumbs and oregano in another bowl.
  • Dredge each piece of cheese into flour to coat.
  • Dip floured cheese stick into egg, then dredge in bread crumb mixture.
  • Place on a plate in a single layer.
  • Refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil or shortening, 1/2-inch deep to 350°F.
  • Fry mozzarella sticks a few pieces at a time until browned on all sides (about 3 minutes).
  • Drain on paper towels.
  • Serve hot with lemon wedges or marinara sauce for dipping.
  • ~NOTE~ Preparation time includes 1 hour refrigeration time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 409, Fat 15.6, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 91.4, Sodium 717.5, Carbohydrate 44.7, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 2.4, Protein 21

MOZZARELLA STICKS



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At the request of my lovely 12 year old daughter, I am posting these, one of her favorite foods. We searched for a recipe together and ended up adapting one to suit our tastes. Enjoy!

Provided by Karen..

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 12-16 sticks

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup flour
1 cup Italian style breadcrumbs
2 eggs
1 tablespoon milk
1 lb mozzarella cheese, cut into 3/4 inch x 3/4 inch strips (or you can use string cheese and cut each in half)
1 cup vegetable oil
1 cup jarred pizza sauce or 1 cup marinara sauce

Steps:

  • Whisk eggs and milk together.
  • Coat each piece of cheese with flour, then dip in egg and then roll in bread crumbs.
  • Dip in egg and crumbs again.
  • Freeze before frying.
  • Heat oil in skillet and cook sticks for about a minute on each side, or until golden and before cheese starts to leak.
  • Drain on paper towels.
  • Serve with sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.7, Fat 10.1, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 61.7, Sodium 354.7, Carbohydrate 11.2, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1.4, Protein 11.4

MOZZARELLA STICKS



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Serve these moreish mozzarella chips hot with your favourite dip. They make a great side dish or snack at a party and will go down a storm with guests

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Canapes, Side dish, Snack

Time 35m

Yield Serves 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 8

400g block mozzarella (not in water)
50g flour
2 eggs
150g breadcrumbs
2 tsp smoked paprika
2 tsp dried oregano
vegetable or sunflower oil for frying
dips , to serve

Steps:

  • Cut the mozzarella into 'chips'. Tip the flour into a bowl and season well. Whisk the eggs in a second bowl and tip the breadcrumbs, paprika and oregano into a third. Coat the mozzarella sticks in the flour, then the egg, then the breadcrumbs. Transfer to a parchment-lined tray and freeze for at least 2 hrs.
  • Heat enough oil to come 2-3cm up the side of a saucepan. When hot, drop in a test chip - it should sizzle straight away and brown within a minute or two. The secret is to cook them long enough to crisp up the outside without letting the mozzarella ooze out - it may take you a few practice chips to get it right. Cook the chips in batches and drain on kitchen paper. Serve hot with your favourite dip.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378 calories, Fat 23 grams fat, SaturatedFat 10 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 25 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 1 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 18 grams protein, Sodium 0.9 milligram of sodium

FRIED MOZZARELLA STICKS



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I made these for my daughter, and I'll never buy store bought cheese sticks again because these are so quick and delicious. This recipe came straight from The Joy of Cooking. I'm thinking about getting a Fry Daddy...

Provided by Bay Laurel

Categories     Cheese

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

8 ounces mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 large egg
1/2 cup seasoned dry bread crumb

Steps:

  • Cut the cheese into 8 3 1/2/x 1/2x1/2" sticks.
  • Put flour into shallow dish and dredge the mozzarella sticks lightly in flour, shaking off the excess.
  • One by one, dip in the beaten egg, coating completely, and then roll in bread crumbs to coat.
  • Put the sticks on a plate and freeze for 15 minutes.
  • Heat a deep fryer or heavy pot to 365 in 3 inches of oil.
  • Fry the mozzarella sticks in 2 batches until golden brown, about 1 minute.
  • Drain on paper towels and serve with hot marinara sauce.

Tips:

  • To ensure the mozzarella sticks are perfectly melted and gooey on the inside, use fresh, high-quality mozzarella cheese. Avoid pre-shredded cheese, as it does not melt as well.
  • For a crispy coating, use a combination of breadcrumbs, flour, and Parmesan cheese. Season the breadcrumb mixture with garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning for extra flavor.
  • To prevent the mozzarella sticks from breaking apart during frying, freeze them for at least 30 minutes before frying. This will help the cheese solidify and hold its shape.
  • For optimal crispiness, use a deep fryer or a large saucepan with at least 3 inches of oil. Maintain the oil temperature at around 375°F (190°C) to ensure the mozzarella sticks cook evenly without burning.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan. Fry the mozzarella sticks in batches to prevent them from sticking together and ensure they cook evenly.
  • Drain the mozzarella sticks on paper towels to remove excess oil before serving. This will help keep them crispy and prevent sogginess.
  • Serve the mozzarella sticks immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, such as marinara sauce, ranch dressing, or honey mustard.

Conclusion:

Deep-fried mozzarella sticks are a delicious and versatile appetizer or snack that can be enjoyed on various occasions. By following the tips and instructions provided in this article, you can easily prepare crispy, gooey, and flavorful mozzarella sticks at home. Experiment with different dipping sauces and toppings to create unique and tantalizing variations that will impress your family and friends. Indulge in the cheesy goodness of deep-fried mozzarella sticks and enjoy a satisfying culinary experience.

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