Homemade Mozzarella Sticks
Ingredients
12-16 Mozzarella string cheese sticks
½ cup All-purpose flour
2 Large eggs (beaten with 1 tbsp water)
1 ½ cups Italian seasoned breadcrumbs (or Panko for extra crunch)
½ tsp Garlic powder
Vegetable oil (for frying)
Marinara sauce (for dipping)
The Method
The Setup: Place the flour in one bowl, the beaten eggs in a second, and the breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder in a third.
The Double Coat (Crucial): This prevents the cheese from leaking.
Dredge a cheese stick in flour, dip it into the egg, and then roll it in breadcrumbs.
For the best seal, dip it back into the egg and then the breadcrumbs one more time.
The Big Freeze: Place the coated sticks on a tray and freeze for at least 2 hours. If you skip this, the cheese will melt into a puddle before the crust gets crispy.
The Sizzle: Heat 2 inches of oil in a heavy skillet to 175°C (350°F).
The Fry: Fry 3 or 4 sticks at a time for about 1–2 minutes, turning once, until they are golden brown.
The Finish: Drain on paper towels and serve immediately with warm marinara sauce.
Pro-Tip for Success
Keep the oil temperature consistent. If it’s too cool, the sticks get greasy; if it’s too hot, the outside burns while the middle stays frozen.