Mediterranean Diet Friendly Mozzarella Cheese Sticks
Total time1 hr 30 min
Prep time20 min
Cook time10 min
5.0(20)
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4 servings
- 12 mozzarella string cheese sticks (about 12 oz total)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
Chef's tipRegular bread crumbs are finer and less crunchy than panko. Use the same amount; coatings and toppings will be a bit denser and less crisp. - ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried italian seasoning
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- vegetable oil or canola oil, for frying (about 4 cups)
Chef's tipAvocado oil is neutral and handles high heat, making it a good all-purpose swap.Chef's tipAvocado oil is neutral and handles high heat, making it a good all-purpose swap.
For serving
- 1 cup marinara sauce, for serving
Instructions
- 1
Unwrap the string cheese sticks and arrange them in a single layer on a baking sheet. Freeze for at least 1 hour, until completely firm.
- 2
Set up a three-station breading line in shallow bowls: flour in the first bowl; eggs whisked together with the water in the second; and plain breadcrumbs, panko, Parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper combined in the third.
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