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Nashville Hot Mozzarella Sticks Recipe

Nashville Hot Mozzarella Sticks Recipe
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Experience the perfect fusion of creamy, melted cheese and fiery Nashville heat with these Nashville Hot Mozzarella Sticks. Each bite delivers a satisfying crunch followed by gooey mozzarella and a kick of authentic Nashville seasoning.

Ingredients

For the Mozzarella Sticks:

  • 12 mozzarella cheese sticks
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce
  • 2 cups Italian-style breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Vegetable oil, for frying

For the Nashville Hot Sauce:

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon chili powder
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder

For Serving:

  • Pickles (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Prepare the Breading StationSet up three shallow dishes for your breading station. In the first dish, place the all-purpose flour. In the second dish, whisk together the eggs and hot sauce until well combined. In the third dish, mix the Italian-style breadcrumbs with 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Bread the Mozzarella SticksWorking with one mozzarella stick at a time, coat it in flour, then egg mixture, and finally breadcrumb mixture. For extra crispiness, repeat the egg and breadcrumb steps for a double coating.
  3. Step 3: Chill the Coated SticksPlace the breaded mozzarella sticks on a baking sheet, freeze for 30 minutes or refrigerate for 2 hours to prevent cheese from melting during frying.
  4. Step 4: Prepare the Nashville Hot SauceMelt butter, add brown sugar, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, paprika, chili powder, and onion powder. Keep warm.
  5. Step 5: Heat the OilHeat vegetable oil to 375°F in a pot or deep fryer.
  6. Step 6: Fry the Mozzarella SticksFry sticks until golden brown and crispy, then drain on paper towels.
  7. Step 7: Apply the Nashville Hot SauceBrush hot sticks with Nashville hot sauce and serve with pickles.

Notes

  • For a milder version, reduce cayenne pepper
  • String cheese works well too
  • The Nashville hot sauce can be made ahead
  • Try adding smoked paprika for extra flavor

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