Introduction

If you’re looking for a tasty and easy party starter, look no further than crispy fried mozzarella sticks! These little morsels of cheesy goodness are sure to be a hit with everyone at your party, and they’re quick and easy to make too.

Ingredients

• 1 pound mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• vegetable oil for frying
• marinara sauce for dipping

Instructions

1. Cut the mozzarella cheese into sticks.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the flour, salt, garlic powder, and paprika.
3. In another small bowl, beat the eggs.
4. In a third small bowl, place the breadcrumbs.
5. Dredge each mozzarella stick in the flour mixture, then dip in the beaten eggs, and then coat with breadcrumbs.
6. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add enough vegetable oil to cover the bottom of the skillet.
7. When the oil is hot, place the mozzarella sticks in the skillet and fry until golden brown on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
8. Remove the mozzarella sticks from the skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
9. Serve hot with marinara sauce for dipping.