Crispy Mozzarella Sticks (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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8 mozzarella sticks, full-fat or reduced-fat.
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1 cup breadcrumb-style panko.
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1 teaspoon of seasoning mix (Italian).
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1 pinch of salt, about 1/2 teaspoon.
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1 large egg, beaten lightly.
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Non-stick cooking spray.
# Instructions:
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Get a baking tray ready with wax paper on it. Crack the egg into one bowl and whisk it. In another bowl, stir together breadcrumbs, salt, and Italian herbs.
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Roll each stick in the egg, then coat it with breadcrumbs. Put them onto the prepared tray. Pop them in the freezer for at least half an hour or so.
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Coat the sticks again using the egg and breadcrumbs. Freeze them once more for at least another 30 minutes.
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Set your air fryer to 390°F. Spray both the fryer basket and the sticks. Cook the sticks for about 6-8 minutes until crisp and golden all over.
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Give them a moment to cool slightly, then enjoy while the cheese inside is still melted.
# Notes:
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If prepping ahead, freeze the finished sticks and keep them in a sealed plastic bag for up to three months.
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Cooking them straight from the freezer? Lower the air fryer to 360°F and cook for about 8-10 minutes.