Spicy Nashville Cheese Sticks (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 pound of mozzarella cheese, cut into stick shapes.
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1 cup plain flour.
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3 eggs, beaten.
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1 cup plain breadcrumbs.
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1 cup panko-style breadcrumbs.
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika.
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1 teaspoon cayenne spice.
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder.
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
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Salt and black pepper as desired.
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Enough avocado oil for frying.
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1/2 cup melted butter (unsalted).
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2 tablespoons ground cayenne.
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2 tablespoons brown sugar.
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1 teaspoon paprika (for sauce).
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1/2 teaspoon chili powder for kick (optional).
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2 to 3 tablespoons of spicy sauce.
# Instructions:
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Cut mozzarella into sticks about 3 inches long and 1/2 inch thick.
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Set up three bowls: one for flour, one for eggs, and one for breadcrumbs mixed with spices.
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Dredge cheese sticks, covering first in flour, then egg, breadcrumbs, and repeat egg and breadcrumb layers.
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Put coated sticks in the freezer for 15 to 20 minutes.
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Heat oil to 375°F and fry sticks for 1-2 minutes until they turn golden. Drain them on a rack afterward.
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Combine the melted butter with spices, brown sugar, and hot sauce in a small pan.
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Coat the fried sticks in the spicy butter mix and eat right away.
# Notes:
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Twice coating makes for crispier results.
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Freezing keeps the breading from sliding off.
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Tastes best when fresh and warm.