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Fried Mozzarella Cheese Sticks

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"These fried cheese sticks are very easy to prepare and sooo good. Enjoy!"
Fried Mozzarella Cheese Sticks Recipe
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This recipe has been rated 316 times with an average star rating of 4.5
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PREP TIME  15 Min
COOK TIME  15 Min
READY IN  30 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 1/2 cups Italian seasoned bread crumbs
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup cornstarch
  • 1 quart oil for deep frying
  • 1 (16 ounce) package mozzarella cheese sticks

DIRECTIONS

  1. In a small bowl, mix the eggs and water.
  2. Mix the bread crumbs and garlic salt in a medium bowl. In a medium bowl, blend the flour and cornstarch.
  3. In a large heavy saucepan, heat the oil to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C).
  4. One at a time, coat each mozzarella stick in the flour mixture, then the egg mixture, then in the bread crumbs and finally into the oil. Fry until golden brown, about 30 seconds. Remove from heat and drain on paper towels.

FOOTNOTES

  • Editor's Note
  • We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount may vary depending on cook time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 4.49 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 14, 2004 by DIANE73162 
This was a MESS! I consulted with someone I know that works in an Itailan restaurant, and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.49 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 30, 2006 by MARIYA02 
These were delicious and not hard to make. My minor improvisations included: cutting the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.49 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 26, 2008 by chefcarol3 
One small tip. If you freeze the mozzarella sticks before coating and frying they will not... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.49 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 9, 2007 by Madeleine 
Ok, I was a sceptic if this could be done at home! THANK YOU! I am a Happy Believer!!! I just... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.49 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 13, 2008 by amzggrace7 
Great recipe! I have tried many and failed. Since Mozzarella is a soft cheese, it works better... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.49 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by Compmouse 
This recipe was very tasty and worked out fairly well. However, you have to be sure to coat... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.49 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by LITTLELADYJONES 
I luv these!!! I used a block of mozzerella cheese and cut it into sticks and I also double... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.49 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by LINDA MCLEAN 
Terrific! I used not only mozarella, but also cheddar and pepper jack cheeses. I made these in... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.49 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by LILSPICE 
loved this recipe! Very easy and quick and my whole family loved it! They even complained... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 1 stars. This recipe averages a 4.49 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 17, 2003 by SUDEMERS 
Will never make this again MORE

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Nutritional Information
Fried Mozzarella Cheese Sticks

Servings Per Recipe: 8

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 263

  • Total Fat: 13.9g
  • Cholesterol: 54mg
  • Sodium: 463mg
  • Total Carbs: 28.1g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 1.1g
  • Protein: 6.2g

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