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Nashville Hot Honey Mozzarella Sticks
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Nashville Hot Honey Mozzarella Sticks

45 minServes 6Nutri-Score D€€
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what you need

Ingredients

6 people
  • mozzarella (cut into thick sticks)Dairy450 g
  • flourPantry120 g
  • eggs (beaten)Other3 pieces
  • panko bread crumbsBakery200 g
  • smoked paprikaSpices8 g
  • cayenne pepperSpices4 g
  • garlic powderSpices6 g
  • onion powderSpices4 g
  • brown sugarPantry6 g
  • saltSpices5 g
  • black pepperSpices3 g
  • honeyPantry120 ml
  • butterDairy60 g
  • hot saucePantry45 ml
  • vegetable oil (for frying)Pantry1 litre

per serving

Nutrition

473kcal

Carbs
35 g
Proteins
18 g
Fat
29 g
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what you’ll use

Tools

  • Mixing bowl Γ—3
  • Saucepan
  • Frying pan
  • Pastry brush
  • Tongs

step by step

Method

  1. Set up the breading station

    • Place the flour in one bowl, the beaten eggs in a second and the panko in a third.
    • Stir the smoked paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, brown sugar, salt and black pepper into the panko.
    Step 1
  2. Bread the mozzarella sticks

    • Coat each mozzarella stick in flour, then egg, then seasoned panko.
    • Repeat the egg and panko coating a second time for an extra crispy crust.
    Step 2
  3. Freeze the sticks

    • Arrange the breaded sticks on a tray and freeze until firm.
    Step 3
  4. Make the hot honey glaze

    • Melt the butter in a saucepan with the honey and hot sauce.
    • Keep the glaze over low heat, stirring, so it does not thicken.
    Step 4
  5. Fry the mozzarella sticks

    • Heat the oil and fry the frozen sticks until deeply golden brown.
    • Drain on a rack or paper towels.
    Step 5
  6. Glaze and serve

    • Immediately brush the hot sticks with the warm hot honey glaze.
    • Serve right away while the cheese is melted.
    Step 6