How To Make Mozzarella Sticks From Scratch

  • June 18, 2009
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You don’t need to trek to your favorite trattoria to enjoy these – whip up a batch at home!

You Will Need

  • 1 16-ounce block mozzarella cheese
  • 1 1/2 c. olive oil
  • 2 tbsp. two-percent milk
  • Two large eggs
  • 1 1/2 c. cornmeal mix
  • Italian seasoning
  • Marinara sauce
  • Ranch sauce
  • Honey mustard dressing
  • A small kitchen knife
  • A medium skillet
  • A small mixing bowl
  • A plate
  • Paper towels
  • Tongs
  • A large platter
  • A baking sheet
How To Make Mozzarella Sticks From Scratch: Cut the block of mozzarella cheese

Step 1: Cut the block of mozzarella cheese

Cut the block of mozzarella cheese into strips that are about 1/2 inch wide and 4 to 5 inches long.

How To Make Mozzarella Sticks From Scratch: Heat the oil

Step 2: Heat the oil

Heat 1 ½ cups olive oil in the skillet on medium to high heat.

Turn down the heat if the oil starts smoking.

How To Make Mozzarella Sticks From Scratch: Prepare the batter

Step 3: Prepare the batter

In a small bowl, beat the milk and eggs together until combined. Pour the cornmeal mix onto a plate.

How To Make Mozzarella Sticks From Scratch: Coat the mozzarella sticks with batter

Step 4: Coat the mozzarella sticks with batter

Dip each stick into the liquid mixture, then roll it in the cornmeal mix until it’s completely covered. Repeat a second time.

How To Make Mozzarella Sticks From Scratch: Fry the sticks

Step 5: Fry the sticks

Place the breaded sticks into the hot oil and brown for at least one to two minutes on each side until they turn a light brown color. Do not crowd the pan. When they are crispy, immediately transfer with tongs to paper towels and sprinkle with Italian seasoning.

Store the mozzarella sticks on a baking sheet in a warm oven while you make the rest of the batch.

How To Make Mozzarella Sticks From Scratch: Prepare your serving platter

Step 6: Prepare your serving platter

Arrange the fried mozzarella sticks on a large platter and serve with marinara sauce, ranch sauce, and honey mustard dressing. Dig in!

A medieval manuscript contains the first known recipe for fried cheese sticks.

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Comments (7)

bankshelly

this video is good

over 2 years ago by bankshelly

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lazydiamond

Thank you!

over 2 years ago by lazydiamond

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Changkim697

i love these

over 2 years ago by Changkim697

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sen1710

the intro shot is great!

over 2 years ago by sen1710

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lazydiamond

Thanks a lot :)

over 2 years ago by lazydiamond

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Nminors

I really enjoyed the fast motion technique. I agree that the intro shot was a great way to add quirkiness and humor. I need to make these cheese sticks asap! yum.

over 2 years ago by Nminors

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Tiffanie_Thomas

i know! me too! well looks like that will be my project this weekend.

over 2 years ago by Tiffanie_Thomas

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