FRIED MOZZARELLA STICKS
About 25 pieces
Please read about Deep-Frying.
Cut into 3 ½ × ½ × ½-inch sticks:
- 1-pound block mozzarella
Spread in a shallow dish:
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
Beat in a shallow bowl:
- 2 eggs
Spread on a plate:
- ½ cup seasoned dry bread crumbs
Dredge the mozzarella sticks lightly in the flour, shaking off the excess. One by one, dip in the egg, coating completely, then roll in the bread crumbs to coat. Put the sticks on a plate and freeze for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, heat to 365°F in a deep-fryer, deep heavy pot, or Dutch oven:
- 3 inches vegetable oil
Fry the mozzarella sticks in batches until golden brown, about 1 minute. Drain on paper towels. Serve hot with: