Hot Cheeto Mozzarella Sticks
Equipment
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
mozzarella cheese (string cheese sticks)
400 g
all-purpose flour
120 g
large eggs (beaten)
2 pcs
milk
60 ml
panko breadcrumbs
150 g
hot cheetos (crushed)
200 g
vegetable oil
1000 ml
Instructions
Prepare Cheeto coating
Crush hot Cheetos into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing in a zip-top bag and crushing with a rolling pin.
Set up breading station
Prepare three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs mixed with milk, and one with crushed Cheetos mixed with panko breadcrumbs.
Coat mozzarella sticks
Dip each mozzarella stick first in flour, then in egg mixture, and finally in the Cheeto-panko mixture, pressing to coat evenly.
Freeze coated sticks
Place coated mozzarella sticks on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for 15 minutes to prevent cheese from melting during frying.
Heat frying oil
Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot or wok to 175°C for frying.
Fry mozzarella sticks
Fry frozen coated sticks in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden and crispy. Do not overcrowd the pot.
Drain and serve
Remove fried sticks and drain on paper towels. Serve immediately while hot and melty.
Original recipe
Storage
Best served fresh. Reheat in air fryer or oven to restore crispiness. Do not microwave.
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