Dr. Oz's - Better-Than-Fried Mozzarella Sticks |
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Prep Time: 1 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 1 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Comfort foods are named that for a reason! Chef George Duran is as avid a comfort food fan as anyone, but knows they’re not the healthiest choice. This recipe for mozzarella sticks is one of many that he’s adapted to make healthy – all without losing the comforting taste. Try these lightened up mozzarella sticks next time you get a fried food craving! Ingredients:
12 sticks part-skim mozzarella string cheese |
3 tablespoons flour |
2 egg whites, lightly beaten |
1 tablespoon water |
2 cups panko breadcrumbs |
1 teaspoon garlic powder |
2 teaspoons dried oregano |
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper |
1/8 teaspoon chili powder |
nonstick cooking spray |
1 cup marinara sauce, warmed |
Directions:
1. Remove string cheese from individual packaging and freeze for one hour.
2. Set oven rack to lower third and preheat broiler on high.
3. Place flour in a shallow bowl. Beat egg whites and water and place in a shallow bowl. Mix panko with the rest of the dry ingredients and place into a third shallow bowl. Remove string cheese from freezer and coat with flour, then dip in egg whites, and finally coat with the panko crumb mixture. Carefully place them on a dish or cutting board and spray with the non-stick spray. Place on an ungreased baking sheet and broil for 2-3 minutes until browned. Using tongs to flip each mozzarella stick carefully and broil for 1-2 minutes until browned. Remove from oven onto a plate and allow the pan to rest for 2-3 minutes before serving with warm marinara sauce.
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