Nashville Hot Mozzarella Sticks

Crispy, spicy, and irresistibly cheesy

Crispy golden mozzarella sticks coated in a fiery Nashville hot seasoning blend that delivers the perfect balance of heat and crunch.

45Min

4Servings

485Cal

MediumLevel

VegetarianSpicy 4/5

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Equipment

Chef's knife

Cutting board

Mixing bowls

Plates

Deep pot or fryer

Stovetop

Tongs

Mixing spoon

Cooking thermometer

Paper towels

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

mozzarella cheese sticks (frozen)

12 piece

all-purpose flour

120 g

large eggs (beaten)

2 piece

panko breadcrumbs

200 g

whole milk

60 ml

Nashville Hot Seasoning

cayenne pepper

30 g

smoked paprika

15 g

garlic powder

10 g

onion powder

10 g

brown sugar

15 g

kosher salt

5 g

black pepper

3 g

For Frying

vegetable oil

1000 ml

Instructions

Prepare Cheese Sticks

Ensure mozzarella sticks are frozen solid before starting the breading process.

5 min

If using block mozzarella, cut into 1cm x 8cm sticks and freeze for 2 hours

Season Breadcrumbs and Flour

Mix the Nashville hot seasoning into the breadcrumbs and flour for even distribution of spices.

3 min

Reserve half the seasoning mix to sprinkle on hot sticks after frying

Set Up Breading Station

Create a three-station breading setup with seasoned flour, egg wash, and seasoned breadcrumbs.

2 min

Add milk to beaten eggs for a richer coating

Bread the Cheese Sticks

Coat each frozen mozzarella stick in seasoned flour, then egg wash, then seasoned breadcrumbs. Double coat for extra crunch.

10 min

Work quickly to prevent cheese from thawing

Heat Oil for Frying

Heat vegetable oil to 175°C in a deep pot or fryer for optimal frying temperature.

5 minMedium-high heattimer 5 min

Use a thermometer to ensure correct temperature - too low and sticks will be greasy, too high and coating burns

Fry Mozzarella Sticks

Fry breaded sticks in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Do not overcrowd the pot.

15 minMedium-high heattimer 3 min

Fry in small batches to maintain oil temperature

Season While Hot

Immediately sprinkle hot fried sticks with reserved Nashville seasoning mix while still hot for maximum flavor adhesion.

2 min

Work quickly while sticks are hot - seasoning sticks better to the surface

Serve Immediately

Serve hot Nashville hot mozzarella sticks with ranch dressing or marinara sauce for dipping.

3 min

Best enjoyed immediately while cheese is still gooey inside

Original recipe

InstagramRecipe by @gabrielamkv

Storage

Fridge: 2 days

Freezer: 30 days

Reheat: Oven 200°C for 8-10 minutes or air fryer 180°C for 5 minutes

Reheat from frozen in oven or air fryer for best texture. Do not microwave as cheese will become rubbery.

Notes

• These are best served immediately while hot and crispy

• The Nashville hot seasoning can be adjusted for heat preference

• Pair with cold drinks like the mentioned Olipop for a fun snack experience

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