FRIED MOZZARELLA STICKS
Steps:
- Heat 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wide, shallow pot to about 365 degrees F. (If you don't have an oil thermometer, drop a few bread crumbs in. If they sizzle but don't burn, the oil is ready.)
- Cut the mozzarella into four slabs, then cut each slab into four pieces, to get sixteen sticks. Spread the flour and the bread crumbs on separate rimmed plates. Put the eggs in a shallow bowl, and lightly beat them. Season with salt.
- If using the basil, dip the leaves in the beaten egg and let the excess drip off back into the bowl. Put a leaf on each of the mozzarella sticks, down the length of the stick, and press to adhere. Don't worry if the leaf doesn't stick completely; it will stay on once you begin the breading process.
- Working a few at a time, dredge the mozzarella sticks first in flour, then in the beaten egg, then in the bread crumbs. Once they're breaded, dip them again one by one into the egg and bread crumbs, so that no cheese is visible.
- When the oil is ready, drop half of the mozzarella sticks gently into the skillet. Fry until golden on all sides, about 3 to 4 minutes in all. Remove mozzarella sticks with a spider, or slotted spatula, to drain on paper towels. Season with salt. Repeat process with remaining mozzarella sticks. Serve warm, with marinara sauce for dipping.
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Isaac Kidane
kidane.isaac92@gmail.comThis recipe is perfect for a quick and easy snack.
Md sohel Ahammed
ahammed@gmail.comI'm allergic to cheese. Can I make this recipe with a different type of cheese?
Otlotleng Tlapu
t.o7@aol.comI'm going to make this recipe for my next party. I think my guests will love it.
MarkValenz
markvalenz@gmail.comThis recipe looks a bit complicated. I'm not sure if I'm up to the challenge.
Antonio Ssemanda
ssemanda-a6@hotmail.comI'm not sure if I have panko breadcrumbs. Can I use regular breadcrumbs instead?
Ibura Sempijja
si@gmail.comI'm looking forward to trying this recipe. It looks delicious.
Mahim Hossin
h63@yahoo.comI love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I always have on hand.
Why Man
m@gmail.comThis recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it always turns out perfect.
Mm Mehedi
m-mehedi8@gmail.comThese mozzarella sticks were a bit bland. I think I'll add some garlic powder and Italian seasoning next time.
Muzammil Humayoun
humayounm8@gmail.comI found that the mozzarella sticks didn't get crispy enough, even after following the recipe exactly.
Pradip Khaling
k-p@yahoo.comThese mozzarella sticks were a bit too oily for my taste.
Barry kindelberger
barrykindelberger26@gmail.comI made these mozzarella sticks for my husband and he raved about them. He said they were the best mozzarella sticks he's ever had.
Lokesh Bhandari
bhandaril4@hotmail.frMy kids loved these mozzarella sticks. They said they were the best they've ever had.
Mouna Chiger
mchiger@hotmail.comThese mozzarella sticks were so easy to make. I had them on the table in less than 30 minutes.
Lacie Smith
smith.lacie39@gmail.comI love the fact that this recipe uses panko breadcrumbs. They give the mozzarella sticks a nice crunchy coating.
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this@hotmail.comThese mozzarella sticks were a hit at my party! They were crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside. I will definitely be making them again.