Chili's Mozzarella Sticks
Equipment
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
mozzarella cheese (block)
1 block
flour
60 g
egg
2 pcs
Italian bread crumbs
120 g
onion powder
1 tsp
garlic salt
1 tbsp
paprika
1 tsp
cayenne pepper
1 tsp
frying oil
500 ml
marinara sauce
200 ml
Instructions
Prepare the cheese sticks
Cut the mozzarella block into 10 even sticks about 1 cm thick and 8 cm long.
Set up the breading station
Prepare three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with the seasoned bread crumbs mixed with onion powder, garlic salt, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
Bread the mozzarella sticks
Coat each mozzarella stick in flour, then dip in beaten eggs, and finally roll in the seasoned bread crumbs. Repeat for a double coat if desired for extra crunch.
Fry the sticks
Heat oil in a deep pan to 180°C. Fry the breaded mozzarella sticks in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
Serve hot
Serve immediately with warm marinara sauce for dipping.
Original recipe
Storage
Best enjoyed fresh. Reheat in oven to restore crispiness.
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