Indulgent Nashville Hot Bacon Wrapped Mozzarella Sticks
Nashville Hot Bacon Wrapped Mozzarella Sticks made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
Ingredients
- 12 mozzarella sticks
- 12 slices of bacon
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 egg
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons Nashville hot seasoning
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wrap each mozzarella stick with a slice of bacon, covering it completely.
- Dredge each bacon-wrapped stick in flour, shaking off the excess.
- Dip the flour-coated sticks into a beaten egg.
- Roll the sticks in panko breadcrumbs to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle Nashville hot seasoning over the coated sticks, ensuring an even distribution.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat.
- Fry the mozzarella sticks in batches until the bacon is crispy and golden brown, about 4-5 minutes.
- Transfer them to a baking sheet lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.