Golden Ham Mozzarella Sticks

 

Here’s a Golden Ham Mozzarella Sticks recipe you’ll love — crispy, cheesy, and perfect for parties (especially since you often make big batches!).

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🧀 Golden Ham Mozzarella Sticks

Ingredients

• 12 mozzarella sticks (string cheese or cut from a block)
• 12 thin slices of deli ham
• 1 cup flour
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 1½ cups seasoned breadcrumbs (or panko for extra crunch)
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Oil for frying

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🔪 Instructions

1. Wrap the Cheese

• Wrap each mozzarella stick tightly with a slice of ham.
• Press gently so it adheres well.
• Freeze for 30 minutes — this keeps the cheese from melting too fast during frying.

2. Prepare Breading Stations

• Bowl 1: flour
• Bowl 2: beaten eggs
• Bowl 3: breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper

3. Bread the Sticks

• Roll each ham-wrapped stick in flour.
• Dip in egg.
• Coat in breadcrumbs.
• For extra crunch: dip again in egg + breadcrumbs.

4. Fry

• Heat oil to 175–180°C (350–360°F).
• Fry 2–3 minutes until golden brown.
• Drain on paper towels.

5. Serve

• Serve hot with:
  • Marinara sauce
  • Spicy mayo
  • Honey mustard
  • Harissa ketchup (amazing combo!)

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📌 Tips for Big Batches (500+!)

• Freeze them after breading.
• You can fry from frozen — just add 1 extra minute.
• They hold perfectly for party trays.

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Want a baked version or a stuffed version with herbs or jalapeños?