Panko Breaded Mozzarella Sticks

These deep-fried, crispy, breaded mozzarella pieces are incredibly easy to make at home, and they taste so much better than the frozen box kind.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 5

Total Time 25

Servings sticks

Calories 56kcal

Author Beth Pierce

Ingredients

8 mozzarella string cheese sticks, cut in half
2 eggs
2 tablespoons milk
2½ cups panko breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ cup all-purpose flour
Canola oil

Instructions

Mix eggs with milk in a shallow bowl.
Mix panko breadcrumbs with basil, parsley, oregano, and garlic in a shallow bowl or plate.
Place flour in a shallow bowl or plate.
Dip each mozzarella stick in flour, then in the egg mixture, then in the panko breadcrumb mixture, and back into the egg and into the breadcrumbs one more time. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Place in the freezer uncovered for 20-30 minutes.
Heat oil in a deep fryer or Dutch oven to 375 degrees.
Cook the sticks a few at a time, just until golden brown. It only takes about 1 minute. Drain on paper towels. Serve with marinara or chipotle mayo.

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