4 Levels of Mozzarella Sticks: Amateur to Food Scientist
About this recipe
Mozzarella sticks are a beloved snack, known for their crispy exterior and gooey cheese center. This recipe showcases a fun take on the classic, featuring variations from amateur to professional chefs, each adding their unique twist to the dish.
In this video, the chefs use whole milk mozzarella for better flavor and wrap it in prosciutto for an extra layer of taste. The combination of seasoned breadcrumbs and a careful frying technique ensures that these mozzarella sticks are crispy on the outside and perfectly melted on the inside.
Ingredient notes
- Use whole milk mozzarella for better flavor.
- For wrapping around mozzarella balls, prosciutto is recommended.
- Italian seasoned breadcrumbs are preferred for the best taste.
Tips from Epicurious’s video
- Coat the mozzarella pieces in flour first to help the egg wash adhere better, ensuring a good breadcrumb coating.
- Double dip the mozzarella in the egg wash and breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
- Freezing the breaded mozzarella sticks for at least 1 hour helps them firm up before frying, preventing cheese eruptions during cooking.
Good to know
- How long should I freeze the mozzarella sticks before frying?
- Freeze the breaded mozzarella sticks for at least 1 hour.
- What temperature should the oil be for frying?
- Heat the oil to 390°F (200°C) for frying.
- What type of breadcrumbs should I use?
- Italian seasoned breadcrumbs are preferred for the best flavor.
- How long do I fry the mozzarella sticks?
- Fry the mozzarella sticks for about 3 minutes or until golden brown.
No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to Epicurious: watch the original on YouTube.
The recipe
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Start by preparing the mozzarella cheese. If using block mozzarella, cut it into sticks or balls.
- 2
Wrap each mozzarella piece with prosciutto, ensuring it's fully covered.
- 3
Prepare the breading station: set up flour, egg wash (eggs mixed with milk and water), and seasoned breadcrumbs.
- 4
Coat each mozzarella piece in flour, then dip it in the egg wash, and finally coat it in breadcrumbs. Repeat the egg wash and breadcrumb steps for extra crunch.
- 5
Place the breaded mozzarella sticks in the freezer for at least 1 hour to firm up.
- 6
Heat oil in a deep fryer to 390°F (200°C).
- 7
Fry the mozzarella sticks in batches for about 3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- 8
Remove from oil and immediately sprinkle with salt.
Heads up — we had to guess a little:
- The quantity of mozzarella cheese is inferred based on typical serving sizes for mozzarella sticks.
Credit where it’s due: this recipe was transcribed from Epicurious’s original video on YouTube. Follow them there — it’s their dish.
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