Homemade Nashville Hot Mozzarella Sticks
Equipment
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
mozzarella cheese (block)
300 g
all-purpose flour
100 g
eggs
2 pcs
breadcrumbs
150 g
olive oil
500 ml
cayenne pepper
2 tsp
smoked paprika
1 tbsp
garlic powder
1 tsp
onion powder
1 tsp
salt
1 tsp
black pepper
0.5 tsp
Instructions
Prepare the cheese sticks
Cut mozzarella into sticks about 8 cm long and 1.5 cm thick.
Set up the breading station
Prepare three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with seasoned breadcrumbs mixed with cayenne, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Bread the mozzarella sticks
Coat each mozzarella stick first in flour, then in egg, then in the seasoned breadcrumb mixture. Repeat the egg and breadcrumb step for an extra crispy coating.
Chill the breaded sticks
Place the breaded mozzarella sticks on a tray and freeze for 15 minutes to help the coating stay intact during frying.
Heat the oil
Heat olive oil in a deep pan or pot to 180°C. The oil should be hot enough for frying but not smoking.
Fry the mozzarella sticks
Fry the chilled sticks in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Do not overcrowd the pan.
Drain and serve
Remove the sticks from the oil and drain on paper towels. Serve immediately with marinara or ranch dipping sauce.
Original recipe
Storage
Best enjoyed fresh, but can be reheated in the oven to restore crispiness.
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