Ingredients
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- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking oil for frying
Instructions
- Preheat oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and seasoned breadcrumbs.
- Form mozzarella cheese into small balls or sticks.
- Dredge cheese pieces in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Carefully fry the coated cheese bites until golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with marinara sauce.
Notes
- Ensure oil is hot enough before frying to prevent cheese from leaking out.
- Use fresh mozzarella for the best melt and texture.
- Serve immediately for the crispiest experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 bites
- Calories: 120 Kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg