# What You'll Need:
→ Cheese
01 - 14 oz mozzarella cheese, cut into ½ x 3-inch sticks
→ Breading
02 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 2 large eggs
04 - 2 tbsp milk
05 - 2 cups breadcrumbs (panko recommended for extra crunch)
06 - ½ tsp garlic powder
07 - ½ tsp dried Italian herbs
08 - ½ tsp salt
09 - ¼ tsp black pepper
→ For Frying
10 - Vegetable oil for deep frying
→ To Serve
11 - Marinara sauce for dipping
# How-To Steps:
01 - Arrange three shallow bowls: place flour in the first, whisk eggs with milk in the second, and combine breadcrumbs with garlic powder, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper in the third.
02 - Dredge each mozzarella stick in flour, shaking off excess. Dip into egg mixture, then coat thoroughly with seasoned breadcrumbs. Repeat the egg and breadcrumb steps for a double coating that ensures cheese stays inside during frying.
03 - Arrange coated sticks on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze for at least 1 hour until firm throughout—this critical step prevents cheese leakage during frying.
04 - Pour vegetable oil into a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot. Heat to 350°F, maintaining temperature throughout cooking.
05 - Fry sticks in batches, avoiding overcrowding, for 1 to 2 minutes. Turn occasionally until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
06 - Plate hot mozzarella sticks alongside warm marinara sauce for dipping.
