# Nashville Hot Mozzarella Sticks

These Nashville Hot Mozzarella Sticks are breaded and fried to crispy, cheesy perfection, then seasoned with a spicy-sweet rub and served with ranch dipping sauce.

- Servings: 8 servings
- Total time: 60 min
- Cuisine: Italian
- Category: Sauce & Condiment
- Language: en

## Ingredients

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

## Instructions

1. Add 1 cup of plain flour to a bowl.
2. Add 1 cup of Italian breadcrumbs to a separate bowl.
3. Add 1 tablespoon of garlic powder to the breadcrumbs.
4. Add 1 tablespoon of cayenne pepper to the breadcrumbs.
5. Add 1 tablespoon of smoked paprika to the breadcrumbs.
6. Add 1 tablespoon of onion powder to the breadcrumbs.
7. Add 2 large pinches of salt to the breadcrumbs.
8. Add 1 teaspoon of black pepper to the breadcrumbs.
9. Mix the breadcrumbs and spices thoroughly.
10. Crack 3 eggs into a third bowl.
11. Add 1 tablespoon of water to the eggs.
12. Whisk the eggs and water until well combined.
13. Cut the 2-pound block of mozzarella cheese into 1/2-inch strips.
14. Dip each mozzarella strip into the egg mixture.
15. Then dip the egg-coated strip into the plain flour.
16. Dip the floured strip back into the egg mixture.
17. Dip the strip into the seasoned breadcrumbs.
18. Dip the strip back into the egg mixture for a second time.
19. Finally, dip the strip into the seasoned breadcrumbs for a second coating.
20. Place the breaded mozzarella sticks on a baking tray with a wire rack.
21. Freeze the mozzarella sticks for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
22. Prepare 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.
23. Add 1 tablespoon of dill weed to the ranch mixture.
24. Whisk the ranch ingredients until smooth.
25. Heat 3 cups of vegetable oil in a frying pan to 350°F (175°C).
26. Carefully place the frozen mozzarella sticks into the hot oil.
27. Fry until golden brown and crispy.
28. Remove the fried mozzarella sticks and place them on a wire rack to drain excess oil.
29. Pour a small amount of oil from the frying pan into a clean bowl.
30. Add the same dry seasonings used for the breadcrumbs to the oil.
31. Add 1/4 cup of brown sugar to the seasoned oil.
32. Mix the hot oil seasoning well.
33. Brush the hot oil seasoning mixture over the fried mozzarella sticks.
34. Serve the Nashville Hot Mozzarella Sticks with the prepared ranch dipping sauce.

## Equipment

- bowl
- frying pan
- baking tray
- whisk
- cutting board
- knife
- tongs

## 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.

## Source

- Original video: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8BPphPp/
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/cd29954c-aa1c-43ea-8af9-77aefafe7b2d
- Extracted: 2025-08-24

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