Ingredients:
- 12 sticks of mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 cups Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Oil for frying
- Marinara sauce for dipping
Directions:
- Cut mozzarella into 12 sticks approximately 4 inches long.
- Place flour in a shallow dish.
- Beat the eggs in a second shallow dish.
- Mix breadcrumbs with garlic powder and oregano in a third shallow dish.
- Dip each cheese stick into the flour, then the beaten egg, and finally coat with the breadcrumb mixture. Press the crumbs onto the cheese sticks to ensure they adhere well.
- Place the coated cheese sticks on a baking sheet and freeze for at least 1 hour.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 375°F (190°C).
- Fry the cheese sticks in batches until golden brown, about 1 minute per side. Do not overcrowd the pan.
- Drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot with marinara sauce for dipping.
Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus 1 hour freezing) | Cooking Time: 2 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 22 minutes