Gooey Mozzarella Sticks
Crispy golden mozzarella sticks with gooey melted cheese inside.
Equipment
- mixing bowls
- Deep frying pan
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 12 mozzarella sticks string cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs beaten
- 1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- salt and pepper to taste
- oil for frying
Instructions
- Cut mozzarella sticks in half if desired for smaller portions.
- Prepare three separate bowls with flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Roll each mozzarella stick in flour until fully coated.
- Dip the floured mozzarella sticks into the beaten eggs.
- Coat the sticks in the seasoned breadcrumbs evenly.
- Repeat dipping in eggs and breadcrumbs for a thicker coating.
- Place the coated sticks on a tray and freeze for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the mozzarella sticks in batches until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from oil and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve immediately while hot and gooey with marinara sauce.
Notes
Freezing before frying prevents cheese from leaking out.