Mozzarella Cheese Sticks Recipe

1. Start by preparing your work station which means you should have three separate shallow bowls lined up in a row for the coating process.

2. In the first bowl you should place the all purpose flour and mix it with a little bit of salt and pepper to give the base layer some flavor.

3. In the second bowl you need to crack the two eggs and whisk them thoroughly until the whites and yolks are fully combined into a smooth liquid.

4. In the third bowl you will mix the Italian breadcrumbs with the garlic powder and the extra dried oregano to ensure the crust is very aromatic and tasty.

5. Take one piece of mozzarella cheese and roll it in the flour until it is completely covered because this helps the egg stick to the cheese.

6. Dip the floured cheese stick into the egg wash making sure there are no dry spots left on the surface of the cheese.

7. Now place the cheese stick into the breadcrumb mixture and press the crumbs firmly onto the cheese so that the coating is thick and even.

8. For an extra crispy result you should dip the cheese stick back into the egg wash and then back into the breadcrumbs a second time which is called double coating.

9. Repeat this process for all the cheese sticks until they are all covered in a beautiful layer of seasoned breadcrumbs.

10. Place all the coated cheese sticks on a baking sheet or a plate and put them in the freezer for at least one hour or until they are very firm.

11. While the cheese is freezing you can heat the vegetable oil in a deep pan or a pot over medium heat until it reaches the right temperature for frying.

12. You can test if the oil is ready by dropping a few breadcrumbs into the pan and if they sizzle immediately then the oil is hot enough for the cheese.

13. Carefully lower three or four cheese sticks into the hot oil using a slotted spoon or tongs to avoid splashing yourself with hot oil.

14. Fry the sticks for about one or two minutes only until they turn a perfect golden brown color on all sides.

15. Use your spoon to remove the cheese sticks from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess grease.

16. Let them cool for just one minute so you do not burn your mouth but make sure to serve them while they are still warm and the cheese is gooey.

Why This Recipe Is Special

This recipe is special because it focuses on the double coating technique which ensures that your cheese sticks never explode in the pan. Many people struggle with the cheese melting too fast and escaping the crust but our method of freezing the sticks first solves that problem completely. From a health perspective these are better than store bought versions because they contain no artificial preservatives or weird chemicals that you cannot pronounce. You are using real eggs and real cheese which provides a good amount of protein and calcium in every single serving. The taste is also superior because the herbs in the breadcrumbs are fresh and the oil you use at home is cleaner than the oil used in large industrial fryers. This recipe allows you to enjoy a luxury snack at a fraction of the price of a restaurant meal which makes it great for your budget too. It is a fun way to get kids involved in the kitchen as they can help with the dipping and coating process which builds their confidence in cooking.

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