Are you looking for a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack? Look no further than mozzarella sticks! These crispy, gooey treats are perfect for parties, game days, or a casual snack. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a mouthwatering dish that will satisfy your cravings. Whether you prefer yours with a tangy marinara sauce or a spicy chili tomato sauce, the possibilities are endless. In this article, we will provide you with a comprehensive guide to making the perfect mozzarella sticks with chili tomato sauce. So, gather your ingredients, get ready to cook, and let's create a culinary masterpiece that will tantalize your taste buds!
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
MOZZARELLA STICKS WITH CHILLI TOMATO SAUCE
Make these moreish mozzarella sticks in advance for fuss-free party food. Just pop them in the oven as guests arrive and serve with our chilli tomato sauce
Provided by Anna Glover
Categories Canapes
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Put the flour, egg and breadcrumbs into three separate bowls, seasoning each. Stir the dried oregano and garlic granules into the breadcrumbs.
- Coat the mozzarella sticks in the flour, dust off any excess, then dip into the beaten egg. Gently shake to remove the excess egg, then turn in the breadcrumbs until well-coated. Transfer to a baking sheet lined with baking parchment and arrange in a single layer, then freeze for 1 hr until completely solid.
- To make the dipping sauce, heat the oil in a saucepan, and fry the chillies and garlic for 2-3 mins until fragrant. Tip in the tomatoes, vinegar, sugar and some seasoning. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 12-15 mins until thick and saucy. If you prefer a smooth sauce, blitz with a stick blender. Season to taste - you may need to add a little more sugar, vinegar or salt. Leave to cool. Will keep, covered in the fridge, for up to three days, or the freezer for up to three months.
- Fill a heavy-based saucepan no more than a third full of oil and heat to 180C, or until a cube of bread sizzles when dropped into the oil, and browns in about 30 seconds. Gently lower in the frozen mozzarella sticks - you'll need to do this in two batches to ensure the temperature remains high - and fry for 2-3 mins until the cheesy middle is melted and the outside is crisp and golden. Drain on kitchen paper. Serve straightaway, or leave to cool. Will keep, covered in the fridge, for up to three days, or the freezer for up to three months.
- To reheat, heat the oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7 and bake on a tray for 8-10 mins until heated through. Season and serve with warm dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 calories, Fat 16 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 15 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 3 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 9 grams protein, Sodium 0.5 milligram of sodium
TOMATO AND MOZZARELLA BITES
A great way to serve tomato mozzarella salad. Great presentation; always a hit! You can find the bite-sized mozzarella ('Bocconcini') at most supermarkets. If they are on the larger side, cut them in half.
Provided by MADDIECAT
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Caprese Salad Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Using a toothpick, spear a half of a tomato, a leaf of basil, a mozzarella ball, and another half of a tomato. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
- Place on a serving dish and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Mix the vinegar and oil together in a small bowl to serve as a dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.8 calories, Carbohydrate 5.4 g, Cholesterol 39.3 mg, Fat 17.9 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 9.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 151.8 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
SPICY SALAMI MOZZARELLA STICKS WITH VODKA SAUCE
These are the pigs in a blanket of the Italian American appetizer world! I love a slightly creamy tomato sauce and the punchy heat from a layer of spicy salami. You can also use prosciutto. Fry the sticks as close to eating as you can. They only keep warm and gooey in the oven for a short time. You can fully bread and freeze them, unfried, for another day and just pop out, defrost and fry as well. Bottom line: You can never make enough!
Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli
Categories appetizer
Time 1h40m
Yield 18 sticks
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Form the sticks: Place two slices of salami on a cutting board so that they are overlapping and slightly longer than the mozzarella stick. Wrap up the mozzarella stick so it is completely covered in the salami and transfer, seam side down, to a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet. Repeat wrapping the remaining mozzarella sticks with the salami. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- While the mozzarella sticks are chilling, place the flour, egg mixture and breadcrumbs in separate wide shallow containers.
- Working with one at a time, roll the mozzarella sticks in the flour and shake off any excess. Roll the sticks in the egg mixture, then in the breadcrumbs. Double coat by rolling the sticks in the egg mixture and breadcrumbs a second time. Arrange on a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Repeat with all of the sticks and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Fry the sticks: Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F. Pour the oil into a deep, heavy-bottomed pot and heat over medium heat until it reaches 350 degrees F. Meanwhile, set a wire rack inside a rimmed baking sheet. Working in batches, carefully drop the sticks into the oil and gently "swirl" the oil so they fry more evenly on all sides. Fry until they are light to medium brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove the mozzarella sticks with a slotted spoon or spider and lay them out in a single layer on the wire rack. Repeat until all are cooked. Keep warm in the oven if needed.
- Serve: Serve the mozzarella sticks with warm vodka sauce for dunking.
- In a medium skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the onion and garlic and season with salt. Stir in the vodka, sugar and red pepper flakes and cook for about 5 minutes. Add the tomatoes and cook for an additional 5 to 8 minutes over high heat, stirring from time to time. Taste for seasoning. Stir in the cream. Puree in a blender until smooth. Set aside until ready to use.
Tips:
- For the best results, use fresh mozzarella cheese. Fresh mozzarella will melt better and have a more delicate flavor than pre-shredded mozzarella.
- If you don't have bread crumbs, you can make your own by toasting bread and then grinding it in a food processor.
- To prevent the mozzarella sticks from sticking to the baking sheet, line the sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Bake the mozzarella sticks until they are golden brown and the cheese is melted and gooey. This will take about 10-12 minutes.
- Serve the mozzarella sticks with your favorite dipping sauce. Marinara sauce, ranch dressing, or blue cheese dressing are all popular choices.
Conclusion:
Mozzarella sticks are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. They can be served as a party snack, a game day treat, or a quick and easy meal. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make your own mozzarella sticks at home that are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.
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