Preparation Time: 15 minutes

Easy Homemade

Mozzarella Sticks

INGREDIENTS

MOZZARELLA STICKS

  • 12 mozzarella string cheese sticks

  • 1/3 cup all purpose flour

  • 1/8 teaspoon salt

  • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 1 large egg

  • 2 Tablespoons milk

  • 3/4 cup plain panko breadcrumbs

  • 1 Tablespoon grated Parmesan

  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil*

  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano*

  • 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley*

  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme*

  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder*

  • Pinch crushed red pepper flakes optional

  • Vegetable oil or canola oil, for frying

  • Marinara sauce for dipping (see below for homemade recipe)

    EASY SMALL BATCH MARINARA SAUCE

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1-2 cloves garlic peeled and minced

  • 8 ounces crushed tomatoes 6 ounces or tomato sauce

  • 1/4 teaspoon dried basil

  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano

  • Large pinch of salt

  • Pinch of crushed red pepper

PREPARATION

MOZZARELLA STICKS

  • Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

IN THREE SEPARATE SHALLOW DISHES, PREPARE THE FOLLOWING:

  • Dish #1: Combine flour, salt and pepper and whisk to combine.

    1/3 cup all purpose flour,1/8 teaspoon salt,1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

  • Dish #2: Combine eggs and milk and whisk to beat and combine.

    1 large egg,2 Tablespoons milk

  • Dish #3: Combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic powder, parsley, basil, oregano, thyme and red pepper flakes. Whisk to combine.

    3/4 cup plain panko breadcrumbs,1 Tablespoon grated Parmesan,1/2 teaspoon dried basil*,1/2 teaspoon dried oregano*,1/2 teaspoon dried parsley*,1/2 teaspoon dried thyme*,1/2 teaspoon garlic powder*,Pinch crushed red pepper flakes

  • Working with one piece of cheese at a time, dredge each piece of string cheese in flour mixture, shake off excess. Dip in egg mixture, then coat in breadcrumb mixture and press to ensure it sticks.

    12 mozzarella string cheese sticks

  • Repeat this process again for each stick, then transfer to prepared baking sheet.

  • Transfer baking sheet to freezer and let freeze for at least 1 hour.

  • Fill a large pot with about 2" oil over medium heat until a thermometer inserted in the oil reaches 350°F.

    Vegetable oil

  • Working in batches of no more than 4, carefully drop sticks into hot oil and turn occasionally until they are golden brown and crisp (about 2 minutes).

  • Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate, and sprinkle with a little salt if desired.

  • Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce (try my small batch marinara sauce recipe below) and enjoy!

EASY SMALL BATCH MARINARA SAUCE

  • Heat oil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat, then add garlic and saute until fragrant, 1-2 minutes. 

    1 tablespoon olive oil,1-2 cloves garlic

  • Add tomatoes, basil, oregano and salt. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally for 10 minutes. Add red pepper (if using), stir and let simmer another 1 minute.

    8 ounces crushed tomatoes,1/4 teaspoon dried basil,1/4 teaspoon dried oregano,Large pinch of salt,Pinch of crushed red pepper

  • Transfer to serving dish and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Ces bruschettas à la tomate et au fromage de chèvre sont simples à préparer et offrent une combinaison délicieuse de saveurs méditerranéennes. Profitez-en !

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