Crispy Homemade Mozzarella Sticks: The Best Secret Recipe to Try
Enjoy the ultimate cheesy treat with this Crispy Homemade Mozzarella Sticks secret recipe. Perfect for a snack or appetizer!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz mozzarella cheese sticks
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- oil for frying
Instructions
- Start by freezing the mozzarella sticks for about 30 minutes.
- Set up a breading station with three bowls: flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each mozzarella stick first in flour, then in the egg, and finally coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat.
- Fry the mozzarella sticks in batches until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes on each side.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Serve immediately with marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
- For extra crunch, double dip the mozzarella sticks in the egg and breadcrumbs.
- Make sure the oil is hot enough to avoid soggy sticks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sticks
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 100mg