To make mozzarella sticks, follow these steps:
- Prepare three dishes:
- One with flour, salt, and pepper mixed.
- A second with beaten eggs and milk.
- A third with breadcrumbs, Parmesan, and seasonings like garlic powder, parsley, basil, oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes.
- Take each mozzarella stick or string cheese stick and coat it first in the flour mixture, then dip it in the egg mixture, and finally coat it in the seasoned breadcrumb mixture. Press the breadcrumbs to stick well.
- Repeat the egg and breadcrumb coating to ensure a thick breading that will hold the cheese when melting.
- Place the coated sticks on a baking sheet and freeze for at least 1 hour. This prevents cheese from melting out when fried.
- Heat oil in a deep pot to about 350-365°F (175-185°C). Fry the sticks in batches for about 1-2 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with marinara sauce or ranch dressing.
This method yields crispy, golden mozzarella sticks with melty cheese inside.
