Description
Crispy, fiery Nashville Hot Mozzarella Sticks combine the gooey indulgence of cheesy classics with bold, spicy Southern seasoning—perfect for parties, game nights, or anytime cravings hit.
Ingredients
- Mozzarella Cheese Sticks: 12 sticks, halved
- All-Purpose Flour: ½ cup
- Eggs: 3 large, beaten
- Breadcrumbs: 2 cups
- Paprika: 2 teaspoons
- Cayenne Pepper: 2 teaspoons
- Garlic Powder: 1 teaspoon
- Onion Powder: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Black Pepper: ½ teaspoon
- Vegetable Oil: For frying
- Hot Sauce: 2 tablespoons
- Brown Sugar: 1 tablespoon
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Line a baking sheet with parchment and prepare dredging stations with flour, eggs, and spiced breadcrumbs.
- Combine Ingredients: Mix breadcrumbs with paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Beat eggs with hot sauce in another bowl.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Dip mozzarella sticks into flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs. Repeat egg and breadcrumb step for a double coat. Place on baking sheet.
- Assemble the Dish: Freeze breaded sticks for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook to Perfection: Heat oil to 350°F. Fry sticks in batches for 2–3 minutes until golden.
- Finishing Touches: Drain on wire rack. Sprinkle with cayenne and brown sugar for Nashville flavor.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve hot with ranch, spicy mayo, or marinara.
Notes
- Freeze well to prevent cheese leakage.
- Double-coat with breadcrumbs for crunch.
- Fry in small batches for consistent heat.
- Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crispiness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg