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Hot Mozzarella Sticks

Crispy Hot Mozzarella Sticks with a Fiery Nashville Twist

These hot mozzarella sticks deliver a crunchy exterior and gooey cheese, perfect for any appetizer craving.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 sticks
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Breaded Coating
  • 16 oz Fresh Mozzarella Cut into thick sticks
  • 1 cup Flour Gluten-free option is available
  • 2 large Eggs Beaten
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Consider seasoned breadcrumbs
For the Spicy Flavor
  • 2 tbsp Nashville Hot Chicken Seasoning Adjust based on spice preference
For Frying
  • 4 cups Vegetable Oil Canola oil is a good substitute

Equipment

  • Deep fryer
  • thermometer
  • Baking sheet
  • Shallow Bowls

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the cheese by cutting fresh mozzarella into 1-inch thick sticks.
  2. Set up a breading station with seasoned flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs mixed with Nashville hot seasoning.
  3. Bread the mozzarella sticks by coating in flour, dipping in egg, and rolling in panko.
  4. Chill the breaded sticks on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 30 minutes.
  5. Heat oil in a deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
  6. Fry in batches for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown.
  7. Drizzle hot sauce over the sticks while hot.
  8. Serve warm with marinara or ranch for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 4sticksCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use a thermometer to check oil temperature and avoid overcrowding while frying for best results.

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