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Nashville Hot Mozzarella Sticks

Recipe by Ariana ౨ৎ on InstagramAdded 4 November 2026.

15 minutes to prep, 10 to cook. These Nashville Hot Mozzarella Sticks are crispy, cheesy bites coated in a spicy, sweet hot sauce. The double coating gives them an extra crunchy texture, making them a perfect, quick appetizer for any gathering.

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Method

  1. Cut the mozzarella cheese into stick‑shaped pieces.

  2. Set up a breading station: place flour in one bowl, whisked eggs in a second bowl, and breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, and black pepper in a third bowl.

  3. Coat each mozzarella stick in flour, then dip in the beaten eggs, and finally roll in the seasoned breadcrumbs. Repeat the coating process a second time for extra crunch.

  4. Heat oil in a deep pan until hot (about 350°F / 350°F). Fry the coated mozzarella sticks until golden brown, about 2–3 minutes, then remove and drain on paper towels.

  5. While the sticks are still hot, brush them with hot oil to help the Nashville hot sauce adhere.

  6. Prepare the Nashville hot sauce by mixing garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, black pepper, salt, and brown sugar with the hot oil until well combined.

  7. Brush the hot sauce over the fried mozzarella sticks and serve immediately.

Tips while you cook

Double coating for crunch
Repeat the flour‑egg‑breadcrumb coating a second time before frying.
Maintain oil temperature
Heat the oil to about 350°F (175°C) and fry the sticks for 2–3 minutes.
Apply sauce while hot
Brush the hot sauce onto the sticks immediately after frying while they are still hot.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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