**Fried Mozzarella Sticks: A Crispy, Cheesy Delight**
Indulge in the ultimate appetizer or snack with our delectable fried mozzarella sticks. These golden-brown, crispy delights are filled with stretchy, melted mozzarella cheese, offering a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Prepared using simple ingredients, these mozzarella sticks are sure to be a hit among family and friends. Our collection of recipes provides you with various options to create the perfect fried mozzarella sticks, whether you prefer a classic, cheesy filling or a fun and flavorful twist. Get ready to elevate your snacking experience with our irresistible fried mozzarella stick recipes.
FRIED MOZZARELLA STICKS
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Categories appetizer
Time 1h10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
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.
AIR-FRIED MOZZARELLA STICKS
These ooey, gooey mozzarella sticks are sure to impress. The best part: because they are air fried, they're better for you than their fried cousin! Season with garlic salt and serve with marinara sauce for dipping.
Provided by Chef Wheeler del Torro
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Cheese
Time 1h35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Place water, flour, cornstarch, cornmeal, garlic powder, and salt in a wide, shallow bowl; mix into a batter the consistency of pancake batter. Adjust ingredients if needed to get the right consistency.
- Stir panko, salt, pepper, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, and basil together in another wide, shallow bowl.
- Lightly coat each mozzarella stick with flour. Dip each stick in the batter and toss in the panko mixture until fully coated. Place sticks in a single layer on a baking sheet. Freeze for at least 1 hour.
- Heat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) according to manufacturer's instructions. Place a row of mozzarella sticks in the fryer basket. Spray with a light coat of cooking spray. Cook sticks for 6 minutes. Open fryer and flip the sticks with tongs. Continue cooking until golden brown, 7 to 9 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 246 calories, Carbohydrate 39.2 g, Cholesterol 22.7 mg, Fat 6.8 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 12.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 935.6 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
FRIED MOZZARELLA STICKS
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
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.
FRIED MOZZARELLA CHEESE STICKS
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
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 STICKS
Steps:
- Heat 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wide, shallow pot to about 365 degrees F. (If you don't have an oil thermometer, drop a few bread crumbs in. If they sizzle but don't burn, the oil is ready.)
- Cut the mozzarella into four slabs, then cut each slab into four pieces, to get sixteen sticks. Spread the flour and the bread crumbs on separate rimmed plates. Put the eggs in a shallow bowl, and lightly beat them. Season with salt.
- If using the basil, dip the leaves in the beaten egg and let the excess drip off back into the bowl. Put a leaf on each of the mozzarella sticks, down the length of the stick, and press to adhere. Don't worry if the leaf doesn't stick completely; it will stay on once you begin the breading process.
- Working a few at a time, dredge the mozzarella sticks first in flour, then in the beaten egg, then in the bread crumbs. Once they're breaded, dip them again one by one into the egg and bread crumbs, so that no cheese is visible.
- When the oil is ready, drop half of the mozzarella sticks gently into the skillet. Fry until golden on all sides, about 3 to 4 minutes in all. Remove mozzarella sticks with a spider, or slotted spatula, to drain on paper towels. Season with salt. Repeat process with remaining mozzarella sticks. Serve warm, with marinara sauce for dipping.
Tips:
- Use fresh mozzarella cheese. Fresh mozzarella cheese is softer and creamier than regular mozzarella cheese, which makes it perfect for frying. It will also melt more evenly.
- Cut the mozzarella cheese sticks evenly. This will help them cook evenly.
- Coat the mozzarella cheese sticks in a double layer of breading. This will help them stay crispy.
- Fry the mozzarella cheese sticks in hot oil. This will help them cook quickly and evenly.
- Serve the mozzarella cheese sticks with your favorite dipping sauce. Marinara sauce, ranch dressing, and blue cheese dressing are all popular choices.
Conclusion:
Fried mozzarella sticks are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They are perfect for parties, game days, or any other occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make fried mozzarella sticks that are sure to impress your friends and family.
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