Directions
- 1Cut mozzarella into 3x2 inch pieces.
- 2In a bowl, whisk together egg and water.
- 3Combine breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl.
- 4Dip each mozzarella stick into the egg wash, then coat with breadcrumbs. Repeat for double breading.
- 5Freeze breaded mozzarella sticks for at least 30 minutes.
- 6Heat peanut oil in a deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- 7Fry mozzarella sticks for 2-3 minutes, until golden brown and crispy.
- 8Drain on a cooling rack.
- 9In a small pot, combine all Nashville hot sauce ingredients.
- 10Whisk until butter melts, simmer for 1-2 minutes, then set aside.
- 11Mix all buttermilk ranch ingredients in a bowl until smooth. Chill until ready to serve.
- 12Brush warm mozzarella sticks with Nashville hot sauce and serve with buttermilk ranch.
Ingredients
- 1 lb mozzarella
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp water
- 0 peanut oil
- 2 cups breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp pepper
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp honey
- 0.5 cup mayo
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 0.5 cup buttermilk
- 2 tsp chives
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp parsley
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp pepper
- 0.5 tsp sugar
Equipment
knifebowlbaking sheetdeep fryersmall potwhisktongspastry brush
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