Description
These homemade mozzarella sticks offer a better crunch-to-melt ratio than store-bought versions. Double-breaded in a seasoned flour, egg, and breadcrumb mixture, frozen first to ensure a crack-resistant coating, then deep-fried for golden perfection. Serve with marinara sauce for a nostalgic cheese fry experience.
Ingredients
2 pounds low moisture mozzarella cheese, block form
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
4 large eggs
3 cups breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried parsley
Avocado oil or another high smoke point oil, for frying
Instructions
Preheat deep fryer to 325°F
Cut mozzarella block into 15 equal strips about 6 inches long and 1/2 inch wide
In a shallow bowl, combine flour with garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, and parsley
In a second bowl, beat eggs
In a third bowl, pour breadcrumbs mixed with paprika
Dip mozzarella strips first in seasoned flour, then in egg wash, and finally in breadcrumb mixture
Place breaded sticks on parchment-lined tray and freeze 1 hour until solid
Fry frozen sticks in oil at 325°F for 30-45 seconds per side until golden brown
Transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil
Notes
Use parchment paper for safe freezing
Freezing step solidifies cheese to prevent leakage
durin frying
Marinara sauce is the classic accompaniment but can
be substituted with ranch or honey mustard
Use an oil thermometer for precise temperature control
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Healthy Quick Meals | Easy Clean Eating Recipes
- Method: Deep Frying
- Cuisine: American-Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stick
- Calories: 200
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg