How do I make the ultimate mozzarella sticks?

Indulge in gooey, crispy perfection with our ultimate mozzarella sticks recipe! Your taste buds won't be able to resist these cheesy bites of heaven.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make the ultimate mozzarella sticks. Items include: Mozzarella cheese All-purpose flour Eggs Breadcrumbs Salt Black pepper Garlic powder Vegetable oil

Mozzarella cheese 8 ounces
All-purpose flour 1/2 cup
Eggs 2 large
Breadcrumbs 1 cup
Salt 1/2 teaspoon
Black pepper 1/4 teaspoon
Garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon
Vegetable oil Enough for frying

Take note
Make sure to be careful when working with hot oil. It's important to handle the mozzarella sticks gently to prevent them from falling apart.

1

Gather Your Ingredients

First, gather all the ingredients you'll need: 8 ounces of mozzarella cheese, 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour, 2 large eggs, 1 cup of breadcrumbs, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder, and vegetable oil for frying.

2

Cut the Mozzarella

Next, cut the mozzarella into sticks. Aim for about 1/2-inch thick sticks, each about 3-4 inches long. It's okay if they're not perfectly uniform in size; they'll still taste delicious!

3

Prepare Your Coating Station

Set up a coating station by placing the flour in one bowl, whisked eggs in another, and breadcrumbs mixed with salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a third bowl. Line them up in that order.

4

Coat the Mozzarella Sticks

Take each mozzarella stick and coat it in flour, then dip it in the whisked eggs, and finally roll it in the breadcrumb mixture. Make sure each stick is thoroughly coated at each step.

5

Freeze the Mozzarella Sticks

Place the coated mozzarella sticks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Freeze them for about 1-2 hours until they're firm. This will help prevent them from melting too quickly when you fry them.

6

Heat the Oil

In a large pot or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil to 375°F (190°C). You'll need enough oil to fully submerge the mozzarella sticks. A couple of inches should do the trick.

7

Fry the Mozzarella Sticks

Gently lower a few frozen mozzarella sticks into the hot oil using a slotted spoon or tongs. Fry them for about 2-3 minutes, or until they turn golden brown. Avoid overcrowding the pot.

8

Drain and Serve

Once golden brown, carefully remove the mozzarella sticks from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve them while they're still warm and enjoy!