Description
These crispy Potato Cheese Sticks are a delightful snack made from mashed potatoes mixed with mozzarella cheese and spices, then coated in breadcrumbs and fried to golden perfection. Perfect as an appetizer or party treat, they offer a cheesy, crunchy bite that’s hard to resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 large potatoes
- 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt to taste
- 1 egg
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Boil Potatoes: Peel and boil the potatoes until they are soft enough to be mashed easily, usually about 20-25 minutes.
- Mash Potatoes: Drain the boiled potatoes and mash them in a large bowl until smooth and free of lumps to create a creamy base.
- Mix Ingredients: Add grated mozzarella cheese, all-purpose flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and salt to the mashed potatoes. Mix thoroughly until a dough-like consistency is formed.
- Shape Sticks: Take small portions of the mixture and shape each into rods or sticks by hand, setting them aside on a plate.
- Prepare Egg Wash: Beat the egg in a shallow dish to create the coating base.
- Prepare Breadcrumbs: Place breadcrumbs in a separate shallow dish ready for coating.
- Coat Sticks: Dip each potato stick first into the beaten egg until fully coated, then roll it in breadcrumbs making sure it’s well covered.
- Heat Oil: Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat until hot enough for frying (approximately 350°F or 175°C).
- Fry Sticks: Carefully place coated potato sticks in the hot oil and fry for 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy on all sides.
- Drain Excess Oil: Remove the fried sticks and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
- Serve: Serve the crispy potato cheese sticks hot with your favorite dipping sauce for a tasty snack or appetizer.
Notes
- Ensure potatoes are fully cooled and dry before mixing with other ingredients to prevent soggy sticks.
- You can substitute mozzarella with any melting cheese like cheddar or gouda for a different flavor profile.
- For extra crispiness, double coat the sticks by repeating the egg and breadcrumb dipping steps.
- Use a thermometer to maintain the correct oil temperature for best frying results.
- These sticks can be prepared ahead, shaped, and refrigerated before frying.
