Mozzarella Cheese Sticks with Cheetos Crunchy
Crispy, golden mozzarella cheese sticks coated in crushed Cheetos for an extra cheesy, crunchy twist on the classic appetizer.
Equipment
Ingredients
Cheese Sticks
mozzarella cheese (block)
300 g
Coating
all-purpose flour
100 g
large eggs
2 pcs
Cheetos Crunchy (crushed)
200 g
Frying
vegetable oil
500 ml
Instructions
Prepare mozzarella sticks
Cut mozzarella cheese into sticks approximately 1cm thick and 8cm long.
Crush Cheetos
Crush Cheetos Crunchy into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing in a bag and crushing with a rolling pin.
Set up coating stations
Prepare three separate bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with crushed Cheetos crumbs.
Coat cheese sticks
Dredge each mozzarella stick in flour, then dip in beaten eggs, and finally coat thoroughly with crushed Cheetos crumbs. Repeat the egg and Cheetos coating for extra crunch.
Heat oil for frying
Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot or fryer to 180°C (350°F) for deep frying.
Fry cheese sticks
Fry the coated cheese sticks in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Do not overcrowd the pot.
Drain and serve
Remove fried cheese sticks from oil and drain on paper towels. Serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Original recipe
Storage
Best served fresh. Can be frozen before frying - coat and freeze on a tray, then transfer to freezer bags.
Notes
• For extra crunch, double-coat the cheese sticks with egg and Cheetos crumbs
• Work quickly when coating to prevent cheese from melting
• Maintain oil temperature for best results
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