Description
Blackstone frittierte Mozzarella is a crispy, golden fried mozzarella snack cooked on a Blackstone griddle for an unbeatable crunchy crust and perfectly gooey cheese inside. This easy-to-make appetizer is ideal for parties or quick family treats, featuring simple ingredients and customizable seasoning options.
Ingredients
Scale
Mozzarella
- Fresh mozzarella sticks or fresh mozzarella cut into 1/2 inch thick slices
Coating
- Flour, lightly seasoned with salt and pepper (quantity as needed for dredging)
- 2–3 eggs, beaten
- Panko bread crumbs (enough to fully coat each piece)
- Pinch of salt, pepper, and Italian herbs
For Frying
- Neutral oil with high smoke point (vegetable or canola oil), enough to lightly coat the Blackstone griddle
Instructions
- Prep Your Mozzarella: Cut mozzarella into uniform sticks or 1/2 inch thick slices to ensure even cooking and a gooey cheese center.
- Set Up Your Breading Station: Prepare three shallow bowls—one with seasoned flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with seasoned panko breadcrumbs.
- Bread the Mozzarella: Dredge each piece in flour first, shaking off excess. Dip into the beaten eggs, coating all sides. Finally, press thoroughly into the breadcrumb mixture for a thick, even crust.
- Chill the Sticks: Place breaded mozzarella on a tray and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This step helps the breading adhere and prevents cheese leakage during frying.
- Preheat the Blackstone Griddle: Heat the griddle to medium-high and add a thin layer of neutral oil, ensuring even heat distribution for perfect frying.
- Fry Until Golden and Crispy: Carefully place the mozzarella sticks on the hot griddle. Cook about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy, flipping gently to maintain the crust.
- Drain and Serve: Remove the sticks and place on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil. Serve immediately for the best melty and crunchy experience.
Notes
- Keep it cold: chilling after breading ensures the crust stays intact and prevents cheese from oozing out early.
- Use panko breadcrumbs for a light, crispy texture.
- Maintain medium-high heat to avoid burning while achieving crispiness.
- Do not overcrowd the griddle; fry in batches for consistent heat.
- Pair with dips like marinara, ranch, or spicy aioli for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Frying on griddle
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 sticks
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Blackstone, fried mozzarella, appetizer, cheesy snack, crispy cheese sticks, panko breading, party food, melty cheese