Fried Mozzarella Sticks
Ingredients
1 lb block of mozzarella cheese | ||
2/3 cup flour | ||
1/3 cup cornstarch | ||
2 eggs, beaten | ||
1/4 cup water | ||
1 and 1/2 cups Italian bread crumbs | ||
1 tsp garlic powder | ||
1 tsp oregano | ||
1 tsp dried basil | ||
canola or vegetable oil for deep frying |
- Slice the block of cheese, lengthwise into about 1/2 inch sections, then cut each section in half to make 3-4 inch sticks.
- In a bowl blend the flour and cornstarch, mix well, then set aside.
- In a bowl beat the eggs with the water and set aside.
- In a bowl mix the bread crumbs with the garlic powder, oregano and basil and set aside.
- Dip the cheese sticks in flour, knocking off excess, then dip in the eggs, letting the excess drip off and finally int the bread crumbs, coating evenly.
- In a large saucepan or deep fryer, fill 1/3 full of oil and heat to 350 degrees.
- Carefully add the mozzarella sticks in batches and fry until golden brown.
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