Description
Crispy doritos-crusted mozzarella sticks offer a crunch-packed snack merging classic cheese stick magic with bold chip flavor. Cheese lovers can devour these golden-brown treats as a quick, indulgent appetizer that elevates standard mozzarella expectations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 mozzarella cheese sticks
- 1 cup (240 ml) crushed doritos (choose your favorite flavor)
- 1 cup (120 g) breadcrumbs
- 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Coating Preparation: Establish three shallow dishes – one for all-purpose flour, another for crushed Doritos chips, and a third for breadcrumbs. Whisk eggs in a separate bowl until thoroughly blended.
- Initial Coating: Meticulously dust each mozzarella stick with flour, ensuring complete and even coverage while eliminating excess powder. Immerse the flour-coated cheese in the whisked eggs for optimal adhesion.
- Doritos Encrustation: Gently press the egg-covered stick through crushed Doritos, creating a vibrant, crunchy exterior. Repeat the egg and Doritos coating process to build multiple layers of flavor and texture.
- Chilling Phase: Position the fully coated mozzarella sticks on a clean plate and freeze for 30-45 minutes. This critical step solidifies the coating and prevents cheese from leaking during frying.
- Oil Preparation: Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large heavy-bottomed pan to 375°F (190°C), using a digital thermometer to maintain precise temperature.
- Frying Process: Delicately lower the chilled cheese sticks into hot oil, working in small batches to preserve oil temperature. Fry for 1-2 minutes, rotating to achieve an evenly golden-brown and crispy exterior.
- Finishing Touch: Remove fried mozzarella sticks with a slotted spoon, allowing excess oil to drip back into the pan. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb residual oil and cool slightly.
- Serving: Present immediately with marinara sauce, ranch dressing, or preferred dipping condiment for maximum culinary enjoyment.
Notes
- Freeze for Perfection: Chill mozzarella sticks for 30-45 minutes before frying to prevent cheese from oozing out and create a solid crispy coating.
- Coating Technique: Layer flour, egg wash, and crushed Doritos twice for maximum crunch and flavor intensity.
- Oil Temperature Matters: Maintain 375°F using a digital thermometer to ensure even golden-brown exterior without burning.
- Batch Frying Strategy: Cook in small groups to keep oil temperature consistent and prevent soggy or greasy results.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 366
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg