Description
These Crispy Fried Mozzarella Sticks are a delicious appetizer or snack made with gooey mozzarella cheese coated in a crispy breadcrumb crust. Perfect for dipping in marinara sauce!
Ingredients
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- 12 mozzarella cheese sticks
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon water
- 2 cups breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, etc.)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- Marinara sauce (for dipping, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the breading: In separate bowls, place flour in one, beaten eggs with water in another, and breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian herbs in a third.
- Coat mozzarella sticks: Dip each cheese stick in flour, then egg mixture, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
- Fry the mozzarella sticks: Heat oil in a frying pan and fry the coated cheese sticks until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Serve hot with marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
- For a healthier option, try baking the mozzarella sticks in the oven instead of frying.
- Experiment with different seasonings in the breadcrumb mixture for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg