Description
Crispy homemade Doritos encrusted mozzarella sticks deliver a crunchy twist on classic appetizers. Zesty cheese and spicy chip coating create an irresistible snack that cheese enthusiasts will devour with pure delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese:
- 8 sticks of mozzarella cheese
Main Coating Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 ml) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (240 ml) breadcrumbs
- 1 cup (240 ml) crushed Doritos (any flavor)
Binding Ingredients:
- 2 eggs, whisked
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare three separate shallow dishes: one with crushed Doritos, another with flour, and the third with breadcrumbs. Whisk eggs in a fourth dish for coating.
- Thoroughly coat each mozzarella stick in flour, ensuring complete coverage and shaking off any excess.
- Dunk the flour-coated cheese stick into whisked eggs, then roll generously in crushed Doritos for a vibrant, crunchy exterior.
- For maximum crispiness, repeat the egg and Doritos coating process, creating a thick, flavorful crust.
- Arrange the coated mozzarella sticks on a plate and place in the freezer for 30 minutes to solidify the coating and prevent cheese from leaking during frying.
- Heat vegetable oil to 375°F (190°C) in a deep fryer or large, heavy-bottomed pan, using a thermometer to ensure precise temperature.
- Carefully lower mozzarella sticks into hot oil in small batches, avoiding overcrowding to maintain oil temperature and ensure even browning.
- Fry for 1-2 minutes per side until the exterior turns a deep golden brown and becomes incredibly crisp.
- Remove fried cheese sticks using a slotted spoon, transferring to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
- Serve immediately while hot, paired with marinara sauce, ranch, or your preferred dipping condiment.
Notes
- Freeze Thoroughly: Ensure mozzarella sticks are completely frozen before frying to prevent cheese from oozing out during cooking.
- Control Oil Temperature: Maintain consistent 375F oil to achieve crispy exterior without burning the Doritos coating.
- Choose Doritos Flavor: Experiment with different Doritos flavors like Nacho Cheese or Cool Ranch for unique taste variations.
- Gluten-Free Adaptation: Swap flour for gluten-free flour and use gluten-free breadcrumbs to make the recipe celiac-friendly.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg