Yes, you are reading that correctly.
it’s possible for you to make mozzarella sticks in yourair fryer.
And youand any cheese-loving person you share them withwill be oh-so-happy that you did.
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How Does the Air Fryer Work?
So, theair fryeris a bit of magic.
Its basically a convection oven that sits on your countertop.
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The sticks will explode and stick to the inside of your air fryer.
Instead, use a little nonstick spray.)
Here’s the secret: DOUBLE-COAT your mozzarella sticks.
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These steps are crucial.
Otherwise, the coating slides right off the cheese stick once you pop it in the fryer.
It divests itself of the layer kind of violently, like its an exoskeleton or something.
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The mozzarella stick is rendered edible.
And also, messy.
(Have you ever tried dipping cheese in egg?
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Its a slippery proposition.)
Tips for Making Mozzarella Sticks
Need something to dip these sticks in?
Try ourbasic tomato sauce!
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How to Stock Your Freezer With Mozzarella Sticks!
Once frozen, transfer them to a zip-top freezer bag and freeze for up to three months.
This will ensure that the solid, frozen cheese sticks cook all the way through and become gooey.
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Transfer the frozen sticks to a zip-top bag for up to 2 to 3 months.
confirm you air fry them at 360F (instead of 390F) for 8 to 10 minutes.
Lightly beat the egg in a wide, shallow bowl.
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Combine the Italian seasoning, salt, and breadcrumbs in a second wide, shallow bowl.
Dip a mozzarella stick into the beaten egg and coat it completely.
Dip the stick into the bowl with the breadcrumbs and coat completely.
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This will be messy.
Transfer to a wax paper-lined rimmed baking sheet and line them up so they are not touching.
Freeze for 1/2 hour minimum, 1 hour maximum.
Set your air fryer to 390F.
Spray the air fryer basket and the mozzarella sticks with a nonstick cooking spray.
Remove from the fryer, cool just long enough to avoid burning your tongue, and eat immediately!
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