Fresh Fried Mozzarella Sticks
Starting with real whole mozzarella really makes these taste so much better than using processed cheese. Great game day recipe!
Servings: 4
Calories: 289kcal
Ingredients
- 1 Fresh Mozzarella Ball sliced
- 1/2 Cup Italian Breadcrumbs
- 1 Cups Panko Breadcrumbs
- 4 Cup Milk
- 1 Cup Marinara
- 2 Tablespoons Grated Parmesan Cheese
Instructions
- In a small bowl add the eggs and milk.
- Combine the breadcrumbs together and mix in a separate bowl.
- Heat the oil to 350 degrees F and maintain the heat.
- Slice the mozzarella into even slices or buy pre-cut
- Take one slice of the mozzarella and dip it into the egg mixture on both sides.
- Take that slice and dip it in the breadcrumb mix.
- Repeat and do it again, each slice should be double dipped.
- Place the mozzarella in the oil and cook for 30 seconds on each side.Make sure not to overcook or the cheese will melt out the sides.
- Take out and drain on paper towel or wire rack.
- Heat marinara sauce and place on bottom of a plate.
- Stagger fried mozzarella on top and sprinkle with parmesan.
Nutrition
Calories: 289kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 32mg | Sodium: 739mg | Potassium: 617mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 713IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 387mg | Iron: 2mg