Fried Mozzarella Sticks
25 mins
4 servings
Description
Crispy fried mozzarella cheese sticks served with marinara sauce
Ingredients
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- Marinara sauce
- 12 oz fresh mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- Vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
Instructions
- Step 1: In a shallow dish, mix together flour, salt, and garlic powder.
- Step 2: Pour buttermilk into a separate shallow dish.
- Step 3: Dip each mozzarella stick into the buttermilk, then roll in the flour mixture to coat.
- Step 4: Dip the flour-coated mozzarella stick into the breadcrumbs to coat.
- Step 5: Heat about 1/2-inch (1.3cm) of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Step 6: Fry the mozzarella sticks in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Step 7: Drain the fried mozzarella sticks on paper towels.
- Step 8: Serve hot with marinara sauce.
Nutrition Information
Per serving
465
Calories
24.24g
Protein
16.28g
Fat
49.8g
Carbs
Recipe Details
Prep Time:15 mins
Cook Time:10 mins
Total Time:25 mins