Cheesy Doritos Stuffed Mozzarella Stick Meltdown: Easy Indulgence
A deliciously cheesy twist on mozzarella sticks featuring Doritos for an extra crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 mozzarella sticks
- 1 cup crushed Doritos
- 1 cup flour
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by setting up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and a mixture of breadcrumbs and crushed Doritos.
- Dip each mozzarella stick into flour, then egg, and finally coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Fry the mozzarella sticks until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes on each side.
- Remove from oil and let drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For a spicy kick, add cayenne pepper to the breadcrumb mixture.
- Ensure mozzarella sticks are partially frozen before frying for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 mozzarella sticks
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 90mg