Nashville Hot Mozzarella Sticks

60 mins
Serves 8
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Directions

  1. 1Add 1 cup of plain flour to a bowl.
  2. 2Add 1 cup of plain flour to a bowl.
  3. 3Add 1 cup of plain flour to a bowl.
  4. 4Add 1 cup of Italian breadcrumbs to a separate bowl.
  5. 5Add 1 cup of Italian breadcrumbs to a separate bowl.
  6. 6Add 1 cup of Italian breadcrumbs to a separate bowl.
  7. 7Add 1 tablespoon of garlic powder to the breadcrumbs.
  8. 8Add 1 tablespoon of garlic powder to the breadcrumbs.
  9. 9Add 1 tablespoon of garlic powder to the breadcrumbs.
  10. 10Add 1 tablespoon of cayenne pepper to the breadcrumbs.
  11. 11Add 1 tablespoon of cayenne pepper to the breadcrumbs.
  12. 12Add 1 tablespoon of cayenne pepper to the breadcrumbs.
  13. 13Add 1 tablespoon of smoked paprika to the breadcrumbs.
  14. 14Add 1 tablespoon of smoked paprika to the breadcrumbs.
  15. 15Add 1 tablespoon of smoked paprika to the breadcrumbs.
  16. 16Add 1 tablespoon of onion powder to the breadcrumbs.
  17. 17Add 1 tablespoon of onion powder to the breadcrumbs.
  18. 18Add 1 tablespoon of onion powder to the breadcrumbs.
  19. 19Add 2 large pinches of salt to the breadcrumbs.
  20. 20Add 2 large pinches of salt to the breadcrumbs.
  21. 21Add 2 large pinches of salt to the breadcrumbs.
  22. 22Add 1 teaspoon of black pepper to the breadcrumbs.
  23. 23Add 1 teaspoon of black pepper to the breadcrumbs.
  24. 24Add 1 teaspoon of black pepper to the breadcrumbs.
  25. 25Mix the breadcrumbs and spices thoroughly.
  26. 26Mix the breadcrumbs and spices thoroughly.
  27. 27Mix the breadcrumbs and spices thoroughly.
  28. 28Crack 3 eggs into a third bowl.
  29. 29Crack 3 eggs into a third bowl.
  30. 30Crack 3 eggs into a third bowl.
  31. 31Add 1 tablespoon of water to the eggs.
  32. 32Add 1 tablespoon of water to the eggs.
  33. 33Add 1 tablespoon of water to the eggs.
  34. 34Whisk the eggs and water until well combined.
  35. 35Whisk the eggs and water until well combined.
  36. 36Whisk the eggs and water until well combined.
  37. 37Cut the 2-pound block of mozzarella cheese into 1/2-inch strips.
  38. 38Cut the 2-pound block of mozzarella cheese into 1/2-inch strips.
  39. 39Cut the 2-pound block of mozzarella cheese into 1/2-inch strips.
  40. 40Dip each mozzarella strip into the egg mixture.
  41. 41Dip each mozzarella strip into the egg mixture.
  42. 42Dip each mozzarella strip into the egg mixture.
  43. 43Then dip the egg-coated strip into the plain flour.
  44. 44Then dip the egg-coated strip into the plain flour.
  45. 45Then dip the egg-coated strip into the plain flour.
  46. 46Dip the floured strip back into the egg mixture.
  47. 47Dip the floured strip back into the egg mixture.
  48. 48Dip the floured strip back into the egg mixture.
  49. 49Dip the strip into the seasoned breadcrumbs.
  50. 50Dip the strip into the seasoned breadcrumbs.
  51. 51Dip the strip into the seasoned breadcrumbs.
  52. 52Dip the strip back into the egg mixture for a second time.
  53. 53Dip the strip back into the egg mixture for a second time.
  54. 54Dip the strip back into the egg mixture for a second time.
  55. 55Finally, dip the strip into the seasoned breadcrumbs for a second coating.
  56. 56Finally, dip the strip into the seasoned breadcrumbs for a second coating.
  57. 57Finally, dip the strip into the seasoned breadcrumbs for a second coating.
  58. 58Place the breaded mozzarella sticks on a baking tray with a wire rack.
  59. 59Place the breaded mozzarella sticks on a baking tray with a wire rack.
  60. 60Place the breaded mozzarella sticks on a baking tray with a wire rack.
  61. 61Freeze the mozzarella sticks for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  62. 62Freeze the mozzarella sticks for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  63. 63Freeze the mozzarella sticks for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  64. 64Prepare the ranch dipping sauce by combining 1 cup of mayonnaise, 1/2 cup of sour cream, 1 package of ranch seasoning dip mix, and 1/4 cup of buttermilk in a small bowl.
  65. 65Prepare the ranch dipping sauce by combining 1 cup of mayonnaise, 1/2 cup of sour cream, 1 package of ranch seasoning dip mix, and 1/4 cup of buttermilk in a small bowl.
  66. 66Prepare the ranch dipping sauce by combining 1 cup of mayonnaise, 1/2 cup of sour cream, 1 package of ranch seasoning dip mix, and 1/4 cup of buttermilk in a small bowl.
  67. 67Add 1 tablespoon of dill weed to the ranch mixture.
  68. 68Add 1 tablespoon of dill weed to the ranch mixture.
  69. 69Add 1 tablespoon of dill weed to the ranch mixture.
  70. 70Whisk the ranch ingredients until smooth.
  71. 71Whisk the ranch ingredients until smooth.
  72. 72Whisk the ranch ingredients until smooth.
  73. 73Heat 3 cups of vegetable oil in a frying pan to 350°F (175°C).
  74. 74Heat 3 cups of vegetable oil in a frying pan to 350°F (175°C).
  75. 75Heat 3 cups of vegetable oil in a frying pan to 350°F (175°C).
  76. 76Carefully place the frozen mozzarella sticks into the hot oil.
  77. 77Carefully place the frozen mozzarella sticks into the hot oil.
  78. 78Carefully place the frozen mozzarella sticks into the hot oil.
  79. 79Fry until golden brown and crispy.
  80. 80Fry until golden brown and crispy.
  81. 81Fry until golden brown and crispy.
  82. 82Remove the fried mozzarella sticks and place them on a wire rack to drain excess oil.
  83. 83Remove the fried mozzarella sticks and place them on a wire rack to drain excess oil.
  84. 84Remove the fried mozzarella sticks and place them on a wire rack to drain excess oil.
  85. 85Pour a small amount of oil from the frying pan into a clean bowl.
  86. 86Pour a small amount of oil from the frying pan into a clean bowl.
  87. 87Pour a small amount of oil from the frying pan into a clean bowl.
  88. 88Add the same dry seasonings used for the breadcrumbs to the oil.
  89. 89Add the same dry seasonings used for the breadcrumbs to the oil.
  90. 90Add the same dry seasonings used for the breadcrumbs to the oil.
  91. 91Add 1/4 cup of brown sugar to the seasoned oil.
  92. 92Add 1/4 cup of brown sugar to the seasoned oil.
  93. 93Add 1/4 cup of brown sugar to the seasoned oil.
  94. 94Mix the hot oil seasoning well.
  95. 95Mix the hot oil seasoning well.
  96. 96Mix the hot oil seasoning well.
  97. 97Brush the hot oil seasoning mixture over the fried mozzarella sticks.
  98. 98Brush the hot oil seasoning mixture over the fried mozzarella sticks.
  99. 99Brush the hot oil seasoning mixture over the fried mozzarella sticks.
  100. 100Serve the Nashville Hot Mozzarella Sticks with the prepared ranch dipping sauce.
  101. 101Serve the Nashville Hot Mozzarella Sticks with the prepared ranch dipping sauce.
  102. 102Serve the Nashville Hot Mozzarella Sticks with the prepared ranch dipping sauce.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup plain flour
  • 1 cup plain flour
  • 1 cup plain flour
  • 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 2 pinches salt
  • 2 pinches salt
  • 2 pinches salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 eggs
  • 3 eggs
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 2 pounds mozzarella cheese block
  • 2 pounds mozzarella cheese block
  • 2 pounds mozzarella cheese block
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 1 package ranch seasoning dip mix
  • 1 package ranch seasoning dip mix
  • 1 package ranch seasoning dip mix
  • 0.25 cup buttermilk
  • 0.25 cup buttermilk
  • 0.25 cup buttermilk
  • 1 tablespoon dill weed
  • 1 tablespoon dill weed
  • 1 tablespoon dill weed
  • 3 cups vegetable oil
  • 3 cups vegetable oil
  • 3 cups vegetable oil
  • 0.25 cup brown sugar
  • 0.25 cup brown sugar
  • 0.25 cup brown sugar

Equipment

bowlfrying panbaking traywhiskcutting boardknifetongs

Tips

  • Freeze the breaded mozzarella sticks for at least 30 minutes to help them hold their shape and prevent the cheese from melting too quickly during frying.
  • Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan and ensure even cooking.
  • Move quickly when seasoning the fried mozzarella sticks with the hot oil mixture, as they can melt rapidly.
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