Rice Paper Mozzarella Sticks Are The Upgrade The Classic Party Appetizer Needs

Brooke Caison
·2 min read

Yields: 4 servings

Prep Time: 10 mins

Total Time: 45 mins

Ingredients

  • 8

    (8 1/2") rounds rice paper

  • 8

    low-moisture mozzarella string cheese sticks

  • 2

    large egg

  • 1 c.

    panko bread crumbs

  • 1/3 c.

    finely grated Parmesan

  • 2 tsp.

    dried basil

  • 1 tsp.

    garlic powder

  • 4 c.

    neutral oil

  • 1/4 c.

    store-bought or homemade marinara sauce

  • 2 tbsp.

    chili garlic sauce

  • 2 tsp.

    fish sauce

  • 1 tsp.

    fresh lime juice

  • Kosher salt

Directions

  1. Fill a pie dish halfway with lukewarm water. Soak 1 round of rice paper until pliable and no longer stiff, 15 to 20 seconds. Cut in half with kitchen shears, making 2 semicircles. Place rice paper on paper towels and gently place more paper towels on top. Lightly pat to soak up excess water.

  2. Place 1 mozzarella stick parallel to straight side of one semicircle. Fold corners into the center. Roll rice paper toward curved edge of semicircle, tightly securing mozzarella stick inside. Transfer to a plate. Repeat with remaining rice paper and mozzarella sticks.

  3. In a shallow bowl, beat eggs until blended. In another shallow bowl, mix panko, Parmesan, basil, and garlic powder until combined.

  4. Working one at a time, dip a wrapped mozzarella stick into egg mixture, turning to coat. Dredge in panko mixture, turning to coat. Dip into egg and panko mixture again to make a double coating. Transfer to a plate. Repeat dredging process with remaining wrapped mozzarella sticks. Freeze until cold, 15 to 20 minutes.

  5. Meanwhile, in a large high-sided skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil until an instant-read or deep-fry thermometer registers 350°. In a small bowl, combine marinara, chili garlic sauce, fish sauce, and lime juice.

  6. Working in 2 batches, fry mozzarella sticks, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cheese is starting to ooze, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain; immediately season with a pinch of salt.

  7. Arrange mozzarella sticks on a platter. Serve with chili garlic marinara sauce alongside.

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