Black Friday Mozzarella Stick Recipe: The Ultimate Snack Guide
Hey there, fellow food lovers! Black Friday is just around the corner, and you know what that means—deals, deals, deals! But let's face it, navigating the chaos of Black Friday shopping can be exhausting. When you get home, you're going to need a tasty, comforting treat to celebrate your haul.
Enter my Black Friday Mozzarella Stick Recipe. These sticks are crispy on the outside, melty on the inside, and perfect for munching on while you brag about your Black Friday deals to your friends and family. Whether you're hosting a get-together or just hanging out on the couch, these mozzarella sticks will hit the spot!
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Tips for Perfect Mozzarella Sticks:
1. Freeze Before Frying: Freezing the breaded mozzarella sticks is not just a suggestion; it’s a must! If you skip this step, you risk the cheese melting too quickly and oozing out during frying. Freezing solidifies the cheese and helps retain its shape, giving you that perfect, gooey interior once fried.
2. Double Coat for Extra Crunch: Double breading the cheese sticks isn’t just for show—it really makes a difference. That extra coat adds another layer of crunch, making your mozzarella sticks extra crispy. Plus, it helps to seal the cheese inside, which is crucial for a gooey center without any messy overflow.
Black Friday Mozzarella Stick Recipe
Equipment
- Large, heavy-bottomed pot
- Candy or deep-fry thermometer
- Shallow dishes for breading stations
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Slotted spoon
- Paper towels
Ingredients
- 16 mozzarella string cheese sticks
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs
- 2 cups Italian breadcrumbs
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying vegetable or canola oil works great
- Marinara sauce for dipping optional
Instructions
Prepare the Cheese Sticks:
- Unwrap the mozzarella string cheese sticks and cut each stick in half.
Set Up the Breading Stations:
- Place the flour in a shallow dish.
- In another shallow dish, beat the eggs.
- In a third shallow dish, combine the Italian breadcrumbs, panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper.
Bread the Cheese Sticks:
- Dip each cheese stick half into the flour, ensuring it’s completely coated.
- Next, dip the floured cheese stick into the beaten eggs.
- Finally, roll the cheese stick in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere the breadcrumbs.
- Repeat this process for a second coating to ensure a crispier outer layer.
Freeze the Cheese Sticks:
- Place the breaded cheese sticks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Freeze for at least 2 hours. This step is crucial to prevent the cheese from oozing out when frying.
Fry the Cheese Sticks:
- Heat oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F.
- Fry the cheese sticks in batches, about 1-2 minutes per batch or until golden brown and crispy.
- Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fried mozzarella sticks to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Serve:
- Serve hot with marinara sauce for dipping. Enjoy!
