Social media sensation: make mozzarella sticks in 10 minutes

Breaded mozzarella, also known as mozzarella sticks, is a snack that has taken TikTok and Instagram by storm. Restaurants have caught on to this trend, incorporating it into their menus. Don't overpay—make this snack at home. It will take you less than 10 minutes.

Sweet, salty, and noticeably milky, mozzarella cheese melts under high heat, stretching endlessly. You can really talk about mozzarella for a long time. It's one of the most famous Italian delicacies.

It was invented back in ancient times, and by the 3rd century, it began to be produced on a larger scale. Initially, it was made with the poor in mind, but it quickly became so popular that all Italians fell in love with it. Do you have a piece of mozzarella at home? Coat it in delicious breadcrumbs and savour the taste of popular mozzarella sticks. They will disappear from the table in no time.

Organizing a party requires proper preparations. You must have music and good food. Simple salads, muffins, or finger foods that you can pick up with your hand will work well. Usually, we prepare skewers, tortilla rolls, or pigs in a blanket.

Want to surprise your guests? Serve them breaded mozzarella, and this snack will be the first to disappear from the table. It will take you less than 10 minutes. Simply cut the cheese into long strips and coat it in egg and breadcrumbs before frying them in deep oil. The crunchy coating pairs perfectly with the mild, stretchy cheese. It's one of those snacks that doesn't need many accompaniments. You can sprinkle a little salt on it or serve it with your favourite sauce, such as Thousand Island or remoulade.

Ingredients:

              
• 400 grams of mozzarella cheese,
• 2 eggs,
• Salt,
• Pepper,
• Oil,
• Breadcrumbs,
• Flour,
• Optional: granulated garlic, panko.

Preparation:

1. Place the cheese on a board and cut it into 2-4 cm thick long strips.
2. Take out a bowl. Crack the eggs into it, add a pinch of salt and pepper, mix everything, and then dip the cheese in the prepared mixture.
3. After dipping the cheese in the egg, coat it in breadcrumbs or panko. Panko will give the snack an amazing crunch. You can buy it in most large markets.
4. Place the breaded cheese in hot oil. Fry it on each side for 1-2 minutes until the breadcrumbs are golden brown.
5. Serve with your favourite sauce or ketchup.